Sonographer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Sonographer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand at every level from entry-level positions through senior and lead roles across hospital systems, outpatient imaging centers, and cardiology practices. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the state's largest hiring markets, anchored by major employers like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Geisinger Health System. The most in-demand specialties in Pennsylvania are vascular, cardiac, and obstetric sonography, reflecting the state's large academic medical centers and aging population. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.
*$20,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA:Harrisburg
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: Varied dayshift
Recruiter Contact: Elyse Hahn at erider@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible to the Program Coordinator of Echocardiography for the performance of cardiac ultrasound studies used in the diagnosis of cardiac disease.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- ARDMS or CCI registry required in Adult and/or Pediatric Echocardiography as required by the position.
- At least two (2) years of experience in a lab that routinely handles high volume and/or complex cardiovascular disease.
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON S. HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER ACADEMIC PRACTICE?
#WeAre comprised of a team network to ensure our practice sites and our employees respond effectively to the ever-changing healthcare environment and provide the highest standard of care to our patients. The Academic Practice is the multi-specialty group practice of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. We support the educational and research mission of the Penn State College of Medicine and strive to recruit and retain the highest quality physicians and staff.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: Non Bargained
Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.
*$20,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA:Harrisburg
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: Varied dayshift
Recruiter Contact: Elyse Hahn at erider@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible to the Program Coordinator of Echocardiography for the performance of cardiac ultrasound studies used in the diagnosis of cardiac disease.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- ARDMS or CCI registry required in Adult and/or Pediatric Echocardiography as required by the position.
- At least two (2) years of experience in a lab that routinely handles high volume and/or complex cardiovascular disease.
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON S. HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER ACADEMIC PRACTICE?
#WeAre comprised of a team network to ensure our practice sites and our employees respond effectively to the ever-changing healthcare environment and provide the highest standard of care to our patients. The Academic Practice is the multi-specialty group practice of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. We support the educational and research mission of the Penn State College of Medicine and strive to recruit and retain the highest quality physicians and staff.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: Non Bargained
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sonographer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential from ARDMS required or strongly preferred
- Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program recognized in Pennsylvania
- Clinical experience in at least one specialty such as abdominal, OB-GYN, or vascular sonography
- Proficiency operating ultrasound equipment and producing diagnostic-quality images
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with physicians and explaining procedures to patients
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association required by most Pennsylvania hiring facilities
Sonographer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sonographer in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not issue a state-specific sonographer license, so the credential that matters most to employers is national registration through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, which awards the RDMS designation after passing its exams. To sit for those exams, you need to complete an accredited sonography program, which is typically offered as an associate or bachelor's degree at Pennsylvania institutions such as Thomas Jefferson University or community college programs affiliated with hospital systems.
How much do sonographers make in Pennsylvania?
Sonographers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $82,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,370 for the lowest 10% to over $103,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire sonographers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring sonographers in Pennsylvania right now include Penn State Health, UPMC, and WellSpan Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, particularly those operating across multiple campuses and outpatient sites, tend to post the most consistent volume of sonographer openings throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most sonographer jobs?
Philadelphia, Hershey, and Reading have the most sonographer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia dominates because of its dense concentration of academic medical centers and health system networks, Pittsburgh draws high volume from UPMC's extensive regional footprint, and secondary markets like Allentown and Harrisburg see steady postings from regional hospital systems serving Pennsylvania's substantial suburban and rural populations.
Are there remote sonographer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of sonographer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that hands-on ultrasound scanning requires in-person patient contact at a clinical site. The portion of the role most compatible with remote work is quality assurance review or tele-ultrasound interpretation at facilities that use remote reading technology.
How can I get hired as a sonographer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to sonographer residency or new-graduate training programs offered by large Pennsylvania health systems, where UPMC and Penn Medicine both run structured onboarding tracks for RDMS-eligible candidates with limited clinical hours. Lateral moves from roles like radiologic technologist, surgical technologist, or cardiovascular technician are common because the cross-training and patient-care background transfer well. Holding an RDMS credential, even without post-graduation work experience, gives candidates a meaningful edge over applicants who have not yet passed registry exams.
Where can I find and apply to sonographer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to sonographer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty, experience, and preferred location, then apply directly through each listing.
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