Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist Salary Guide

There’s a growing demand for sonographers, also known as ultrasound techs, in the United States. This job may be right for you if you’re looking for a career that blends medicine, technology, and public service. Learn facts about becoming a sonographer/ultrasound tech, average sonographer salary, ways to boost your income, and more in this guide.

Average Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist Salary

$2,360/week

This is equal to the practicing US average

Last updated on April 25, 2024. Based on 4,496 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$2,360/week

This is equal to the practicing US average

$2,350/week

United States

Where do Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Maine$2,849$3,770
New Hampshire$2,828$3,212
District of Columbia$2,816$3,123
Nevada$2,806$3,105
California$2,777$4,474
Wisconsin$2,752$3,333
Vermont$2,695$3,059
Massachusetts$2,608$3,353
Nebraska$2,600$3,116
West Virginia$2,590$2,935
Montana$2,567$3,142
Illinois$2,555$3,600
Connecticut$2,507$3,054
New York$2,502$3,744
Washington$2,496$3,240
Minnesota$2,478$3,081
North Dakota$2,476$3,344
Kentucky$2,460$3,002
What cities pay the most for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
San Francisco, California$4,111$4,474
Madera, California$4,002$4,334
Winchester, Massachusetts$3,530$3,530
Evanston, Illinois$3,343$3,600
Hillsboro, Oregon$3,335$3,429
Chicago, Illinois$3,305$3,305
Sacramento, California$3,267$3,602
Staten Island, New York$3,255$3,504
New Hyde Park, New York$3,226$3,276
Campbell, California$3,216$3,216
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Medmasa LLC$3,790$3,790
Lifeline Healthcare Professionals$3,594$3,744
Secure Nursing Service LLC$3,471$3,471
Trinity Health FirstChoice$3,200$3,200
Medninjas$3,160$3,160
AMN Healthcare Allied$3,150$3,316
Superbeo Health$3,121$3,354
Capstone Health$3,120$3,120
Vastek Group$3,112$3,182
Modern Healthcare Solutions$3,087$3,087

Last updated on April 25, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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How Can You Increase Your Pay as a Sonographer?

Several factors come into play when it comes to boosting your salary as a sonographer.

Job Location: Location isn’t just the state where you’re working. Your demographic area
matters, as well. Typically, the closer you are to an urban or metropolitan area, the higher your pay.

Experience and Education: Another way to boost your income potential is to gain experience and continue your education. You can also earn one of several professional certifications through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or your Sonography RT credential through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and join professional associations like the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS).

Work Setting: Traveling sonographer jobs also pay well. Traveling ultrasound techs earned $2,616 per week in August 2022 on Vivian or about $136,032 annually.

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Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Ultrasound Technologist?

Earning your Breast Sonography RT (BS-ARRT) often increases your salary potential as a ultrasound technologist or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Breast Sonography RT (BS-ARRT) boost my salary as a Ultrasound Technologist?

Yes, having a Breast Sonography RT (BS-ARRT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a ultrasound technologist.

Where can I learn more about working as a Travel Ultrasound Tech?

Take a look at Vivian's Travel Ultrasound Tech Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.