Meritus Health·Washington County, Maryland
Perform a full range of advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures and document findings to assist physicians in diagnosing heart conditions. Support cardiologists during invasive procedures and communicate urgent, life-threatening results immediately.
Make a Real Impact in Heart Health 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.
What you’ll do
Deliver Expert Imaging – 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.
Be the Eyes for the Heart – Document findings, create preliminary reports, and immediately communicate urgent, life-threatening results to the cardiologist.
Support Life-Saving Procedures – Assist cardiologists during invasive procedures such as transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) and emergency interventions.
Champion Quality & Learning – Stay current with the latest advances in echocardiography, mentor peers and students, and help enhance departmental processes and technology.
Patient-First Care – Prepare patients with professionalism, compassion, and technical excellence to ensure a comfortable, reassuring experience.
High school diploma or GED, plus completion of an accredited cardiac sonography program.
Experience: Adult echocardiography experience or completion of a clinical rotation in the field.
Credentials: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS – ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS – CCI) required. Current BLS certification.
Skills: Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, ultrasound technology, and patient positioning; keen eye for detail; ability to operate equipment safely and effectively.
Be part of a dedicated cardiology team making a real difference every day.
Access to advanced imaging technology and ongoing professional development.
A culture of teamwork, compassion, and continuous learning.
Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Requires a high school diploma, completion of an accredited cardiac sonography program, and RDCS or RCS certification. Must have adult echocardiography experience and current BLS certification.
Market context
In Maryland, registered cardiac sonographer openings are typically driven by hospital and outpatient cardiology demand, especially for candidates with adult echocardiography experience. These roles are competitive because employers often look for accredited cardiac sonography training, RDCS or RCS certification, and current BLS, while benefits such as PTO, education assistance, and insurance can influence offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience aligns with adult echo and certification expectations before applying.
