Physician - Diagnostic Radiology - Non-Interventional/Non-Invasive at Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota

Role Overview

Sanford Health, one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States, is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Diagnostic Radiologists to join our expanding overnight diagnostic radiology services in Fargo, North Dakota. This position offers the flexibility to practice either on-site in Fargo or remotely as a tele-radiologist. You'll be integral in providing crucial overnight coverage, including emergency room patients, walk-in clinic patients, inpatients, and select outpatient services. The role demands expertise in general diagnostic radiology, emergency radiology, and neuroradiology.

A Day in the Life

Imagine your workday beginning at 10 PM, providing essential diagnostic imaging services to patients across various care settings. Your primary responsibilities will include reading and interpreting a wide range of general diagnostic radiology images, covering both emergency and neuroradiology cases. Working in consecutive 10-hour shifts (10 PM to 8 AM) approximately every third week, you’ll be a key member of the team, ensuring timely and accurate diagnoses. The state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional support staff will greatly enhance your workflow, allowing you to focus on delivering the highest quality patient care.

Why Fargo, North Dakota?

Fargo, North Dakota, offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living. The Fargo-Moorhead and West Fargo metro area is a diverse, family-oriented community of over 216,000 people. Outstanding schools, a vibrant business community, a thriving downtown district, cultural activities, and a wide variety of sports and recreation are just a few of the many reasons people love to call the Fargo area home. You'll find a welcoming community and a balanced lifestyle.

Career Path

At Sanford Health, we are committed to fostering the professional growth of our physicians. This position offers opportunities to expand your expertise in diagnostic radiology, emergency radiology, and neuroradiology. We support ongoing education, research, and leadership development, allowing you to advance your career within our integrated health system. As you gain experience, you may explore opportunities to specialize in a specific area of radiology, take on leadership roles, or contribute to academic and research endeavors.

Salary & Benefits

Sanford Health offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. The estimated salary range for this position is $350,000 to $550,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. The benefits package includes: * Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) * Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays) * Continuing medical education (CME) allowance * Retirement plan (401k or similar) with employer matching * Malpractice insurance coverage * Disability insurance * Life insurance * Relocation assistance (if applicable) * Signing bonus (potentially) * Employee assistance program (EAP) * Flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) * Professional development opportunities * Support for research and academic pursuits * Opportunities for advancement within Sanford Health * Access to state-of-the-art medical facilities and technology * A collaborative and supportive work environment * Loan forgiveness or repayment assistance (potentially) * Childcare assistance (potentially)

Sanford Health Culture

Sanford Health is dedicated to the work of health and healing. We are proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family. Our organization values compassion, integrity, teamwork, and innovation. We are committed to providing the highest quality patient care and creating a supportive and inclusive work environment.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Diagnostic Radiologist seeking a rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application online through the Sanford Health Careers website. Include your resume, cover letter, and any supporting documents. We look forward to reviewing your application.

FAQ

1. What are the required qualifications for this position?

To be considered for this position, you must have an M.D. or D.O. degree, be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology, and have completed a Residency in Diagnostic Radiology. You should also be eligible for medical licensure in North Dakota.

2. What are the main responsibilities of a Diagnostic Radiologist at Sanford Health?

As a Diagnostic Radiologist, you will be responsible for performing history and physical examinations, consulting with other physicians, evaluating patients, diagnosing medical conditions using diagnostic radiology techniques, and developing treatment plans. You will also provide diagnostic radiology services to patients in various care settings, including the emergency room, walk-in clinic, and inpatient and outpatient departments.

3. What is the work schedule for this position?

The coverage includes consecutive 10-hour shifts (10 pm-8 am) approximately every third week. The position can be structured as a guaranteed salaried position with comprehensive benefits or as a guaranteed independent contract position.

4. What type of support is available to Radiologists at Sanford Health?

Sanford Health provides excellent 24-hour in-house file room support staff, which greatly improves workflow efficiencies. Additionally, full commitment from the IT/PACS support teams ensures a successful team approach.

5. What opportunities are there for professional development at Sanford Health?

Sanford Health offers numerous professional development opportunities, including continuing medical education (CME) allowances, support for research and academic pursuits, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.

6. What is the community like in Fargo, North Dakota?

The Fargo-Moorhead and West Fargo metro area is a diverse, family-oriented community with a high quality of life and a low cost of living. It offers outstanding schools, a vibrant business community, a thriving downtown district, cultural activities, and a wide variety of sports and recreation.

7. Does Sanford Health accept visa applications for this position?

Currently, Sanford Health is not accepting visa applications for this particular position.

8. What type of malpractice insurance coverage does Sanford Health provide?

Sanford Health provides malpractice insurance coverage as part of its comprehensive benefits package for employed physicians.

9. What is the trauma level of the Sanford Health Medical Center in Fargo?

The Sanford Health Medical Center in Fargo is a Level I Adult Trauma Center, supported by AirMed services covering a three-state area.

10. What are the key values of Sanford Health?

Sanford Health values compassion, integrity, teamwork, and innovation. We are committed to providing the highest quality patient care and creating a supportive and inclusive work environment.