Registered Cardiac Sonographer - $20,000 sign-on bonus
Meritus Health•Hagerstown, MD
•$74,693 - $112,091•Onsite
About The Position
At Meritus Health, we’re not just performing tests—we’re changing lives. As a Registered Cardiac Sonographer, you’ll play a vital role in diagnosing and guiding treatment for patients with heart conditions. You’ll use your expertise to deliver precise, high-quality ultrasound imaging that helps our physicians make life-saving decisions. Seeking a Sonographer who does Echocardiograms/Carotid Ultrasounds/Vascular as well.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, plus completion of an accredited cardiac sonography program.
- Adult echocardiography experience or completion of a clinical rotation in the field.
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS – ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS – CCI) required.
- Current BLS certification.
- Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, ultrasound technology, and patient positioning.
- Keen eye for detail.
- Ability to operate equipment safely and effectively.
Responsibilities
- Perform a full range of advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures including 2D, M-mode, Doppler (pulsed, continuous, color flow), transesophageal, and contrast studies—ensuring accuracy in every scan.
- Document findings, create preliminary reports, and immediately communicate urgent, life-threatening results to the cardiologist.
- Assist cardiologists during invasive procedures such as transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) and emergency interventions.
- Stay current with the latest advances in echocardiography, mentor peers and students, and help enhance departmental processes and technology.
- Prepare patients with professionalism, compassion, and technical excellence to ensure a comfortable, reassuring experience.
Benefits
- Health insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
- Dental insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
- Vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off begins accruing from day one
- 401k plan
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
