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

$2,377/week

The average salary for a Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist is $2,377 per week. This is 1% higher than the practicing US average of $2,342.

Last updated on May 9, 2024. Based on 5,227 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$2,377/week

1% higher than the practicing US average.

$2,342/week

United States

Where do Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Nevada$3,064$3,360
Ohio$2,814$3,536
Vermont$2,771$3,535
West Virginia$2,731$2,991
Maine$2,704$3,082
Illinois$2,652$3,600
California$2,619$4,474
Massachusetts$2,618$3,353
Connecticut$2,605$3,214
Wisconsin$2,601$3,400
New York$2,594$3,504
New Hampshire$2,561$3,287
New Jersey$2,552$3,138
Arizona$2,548$3,301
Rhode Island$2,539$2,729
Delaware$2,505$2,711
North Dakota$2,492$3,497
Indiana$2,482$3,484
What cities pay the most for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
San Francisco, California$3,637$4,474
San Jose, California$3,633$3,633
Aurora, Colorado$3,323$3,587
Chicago, Illinois$3,303$3,528
Mesa, Arizona$3,301$3,301
Evanston, Illinois$3,263$3,600
Campbell, California$3,216$3,216
Madera, California$3,203$3,203
Norfolk, Virginia$3,202$3,202
Staten Island, New York$3,198$3,504
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Access Healthcare Direct$3,633$3,633
Pacer Staffing$3,260$3,520
Allied 24/7$3,200$3,200
Medninjas$3,160$3,160
PS Companies$3,157$3,333
Plains Medical Staffing$3,104$3,344
HealthTrust Workforce Solution External$3,042$3,042
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare$3,036$3,036
Rock Medical Group$3,002$3,002
Rang Healthcare: a Division of Rang Technologies$3,002$3,002

Last updated on May 9, 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.