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

$2,467/week

The average salary for a Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist is $2,467 per week. This is 3% higher than the practicing US average of $2,391.

Last updated on December 21, 2024. Based on 4,218 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$2,467/week

3% higher than the practicing US average.

$2,391/week

United States

Where do Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
North Dakota$3,045$3,517
Vermont$3,033$3,280
Arizona$2,985$3,501
South Dakota$2,885$4,446
Hawaii$2,845$3,969
Alaska$2,803$3,569
New Hampshire$2,755$3,650
California$2,715$4,562
West Virginia$2,710$3,048
Minnesota$2,706$3,920
Nebraska$2,705$3,215
Missouri$2,662$3,212
Wisconsin$2,658$3,480
Illinois$2,613$3,434
Montana$2,588$3,010
Idaho$2,576$2,822
What cities pay the most for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Oakland, California$3,639$3,639
Brockton, Massachusetts$3,306$3,306
Aurora, Colorado$3,268$3,400
Fairbanks, Alaska$3,254$3,569
New Rochelle, New York$3,251$3,251
Honolulu, Hawaii$3,215$3,969
Libertyville, Illinois$3,157$3,358
Staten Island, New York$3,127$3,127
Lebanon, New Hampshire$3,061$3,650
Bismarck, North Dakota$3,052$3,517
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
DT-Healthcare Staffing$3,735$4,446
Catapult Healthcare$3,600$3,600
HonorVet Technologies$3,467$3,600
TriOptus$3,453$3,600
Agile 24 Healthcare$3,409$3,518
PS Companies$3,274$3,274
Cure Healthcare Staffing$3,106$3,106
Rock Medical Group$3,096$3,126
AB Staffing Solutions$3,086$3,400
Nationwide Therapy Group$3,074$3,168

Last updated on December 21, 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.