Sonographer Jobs in Virginia
Sonographer jobs in Virginia are consistently in demand, with openings spread across hospital systems, outpatient imaging centers, cardiology practices, and women's health clinics serving candidates from entry-level through senior lead roles. The busiest hiring markets are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads, where established employers like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare regularly post positions. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia are cardiac, OB/GYN, and vascular sonography. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are continuing to expand and grow! Inova is looking for dedicated Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographers to join the team. We have PRN, Part-time and Full-time positions available across multiple sites. Full-time positions are eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
All Inova Antenatal Testing Centers
- AIUM accredited Maternal Fetal Medicine Antenatal Testing Center
- Press Ganey 2025 Health System of the year (Patient Experience)
- Magnet® designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for nursing excellence.
- Access to a structured Fetal Echo Training Program
Fairfax Antenatal Testing Center
- 11 ultrasound rooms, including a dedicated inpatient room and a lead sonographer
- The Joint Commission Maternal Level of Care IV designation – caring for high-risk, high-acuity patients
- On-site Genetic Counselors and a comprehensive Fetal Care Center
- Fetal Echo exams performed at this location
- Advanced procedures offered on site, including amniocentesis, CVS, and fetal transfusions
Alexandria Antenatal Testing Center
- 6 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
- Recipient of the Healthgrades 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award
- “A” Grade for Hospital Safety from the Leapfrog Group, Spring 2025
- On-site Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (FNP-BC) specializing in diabetes management for expecting patients
Loudoun Antenatal Testing Center
- 4 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
- Fetal Echo exams performed on site
- 5-Star quality rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for safety, timeliness, and effectiveness of care
- Leapfrog Group “A” Grade for Hospital Safety every year since 2012
Fair Oaks Antenatal Testing Center
- 4 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
- U.S. News & World Report “High-Performing” rating for Maternity Services (2025) – the only hospital in Northern Virginia to achieve this four years in a row
- Recognized three times as a Magnet®-designated facility
- Leapfrog Group “A” Hospital Safety Grade, Spring 2025
- CMS 5-Star Hospital rating for 2025
Willow Oaks (MFM Office)
- 3 dedicated ultrasound rooms
- Collaborative care model with endocrinology and cardiology to support maternal wellbeing throughout pregnancy
MFM Sonographer Perks
- Annual access to CME activities and continuing sonographer education
- Manageable daily schedules (maximum of 8–10 patient exams, with limits on detailed studies)
- Opportunities to serve as a preceptor, training ultrasound and fellow sonographers within Inova MFM
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Access to a structured Fetal Echo Training Program
- Daily engagement with providers and active participation in case discussions
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and more!
Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer Specialty Job Responsibilities:
- Communicates effectively with the patient to obtain clinical maternal-fetal history/informed consent from the patient or patient's chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination, as evidenced by the exam results. Explains the procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation, as evidenced by customer satisfaction. Assists the physicians in performing CVS, Amniocentesis, and image optimization studies using departmental protocols to provide optimum results.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of maternal fetal ultrasound principles and theory as they pertain to the specialized area. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of specialized fetal anatomy, pathology and physiology as well as the systemic effect of other systems Utilizes fetal anatomical knowledge to position patients to optimize image quality during examination while still providing for patient comfort and safety. Demonstrates critical thinking skills as well as the ability to enhance the procedure with additional modalities and views based on identified disease processes and fetal anomalies Independently utilizes analytical abilities to determine the selection of images that are presented to the physician for interpretation. Demonstrates the ability to accurately measure maternal fetal area structures and pathology to further determine the direction of the exam and identify fetal anomalies. Provides clinical services according to specialized maternal fetal ultrasound practice standards to detect fetal anomalies and acts as a resource to students, nurses, fellows and other technologists, to ensure optimal department functions. Accurately obtain and evaluate color flow and Doppler waveforms using this information to determine if further evaluation is needed. Records all data, images and technical notes that provide the preliminary report to facilitate the physician's ability to interpret the information.
- Participates in department/hospital performance improvement initiatives, in-services, and meetings, as evidenced by attendance records.
- Demonstrates the ability to use proper cleaning techniques on all ultrasound imaging transducers. Demonstrates the correct high level disinfection procedure, according to hospital policies when needed. As well as properly utilize and maintain the high-level disinfection device within the department. Maintains all logs associated with this technique. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Start; Successful completion of the Inova Nuchal Translucency (NT) Program is required within 6 months for team members without the Nuchal Translucency Certification.; Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Start
- Licensure - None required
- Experience - Two years of hospital or doctor's office-based experience in the performance of specialized maternal-fetal sonography detecting fetal anomalies
- Education - High School diploma or equivalent; Degree from Accredited Sonography Training Program
Preferred Qualifications:
- MFM Experience
We are continuing to expand and grow! Inova is looking for dedicated Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographers to join the team. We have PRN, Part-time and Full-time positions available across multiple sites. Full-time positions are eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
All Inova Antenatal Testing Centers
- AIUM accredited Maternal Fetal Medicine Antenatal Testing Center
- Press Ganey 2025 Health System of the year (Patient Experience)
- Magnet® designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for nursing excellence.
- Access to a structured Fetal Echo Training Program
Fairfax Antenatal Testing Center
- 11 ultrasound rooms, including a dedicated inpatient room and a lead sonographer
- The Joint Commission Maternal Level of Care IV designation – caring for high-risk, high-acuity patients
- On-site Genetic Counselors and a comprehensive Fetal Care Center
- Fetal Echo exams performed at this location
- Advanced procedures offered on site, including amniocentesis, CVS, and fetal transfusions
Alexandria Antenatal Testing Center
- 6 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
- Recipient of the Healthgrades 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award
- “A” Grade for Hospital Safety from the Leapfrog Group, Spring 2025
- On-site Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (FNP-BC) specializing in diabetes management for expecting patients
Loudoun Antenatal Testing Center
- 4 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
- Fetal Echo exams performed on site
- 5-Star quality rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for safety, timeliness, and effectiveness of care
- Leapfrog Group “A” Grade for Hospital Safety every year since 2012
Fair Oaks Antenatal Testing Center
- 4 dedicated ultrasound rooms with a lead sonographer
- U.S. News & World Report “High-Performing” rating for Maternity Services (2025) – the only hospital in Northern Virginia to achieve this four years in a row
- Recognized three times as a Magnet®-designated facility
- Leapfrog Group “A” Hospital Safety Grade, Spring 2025
- CMS 5-Star Hospital rating for 2025
Willow Oaks (MFM Office)
- 3 dedicated ultrasound rooms
- Collaborative care model with endocrinology and cardiology to support maternal wellbeing throughout pregnancy
MFM Sonographer Perks
- Annual access to CME activities and continuing sonographer education
- Manageable daily schedules (maximum of 8–10 patient exams, with limits on detailed studies)
- Opportunities to serve as a preceptor, training ultrasound and fellow sonographers within Inova MFM
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Access to a structured Fetal Echo Training Program
- Daily engagement with providers and active participation in case discussions
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and more!
Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonographer Specialty Job Responsibilities:
- Communicates effectively with the patient to obtain clinical maternal-fetal history/informed consent from the patient or patient's chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination, as evidenced by the exam results. Explains the procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation, as evidenced by customer satisfaction. Assists the physicians in performing CVS, Amniocentesis, and image optimization studies using departmental protocols to provide optimum results.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of maternal fetal ultrasound principles and theory as they pertain to the specialized area. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of specialized fetal anatomy, pathology and physiology as well as the systemic effect of other systems Utilizes fetal anatomical knowledge to position patients to optimize image quality during examination while still providing for patient comfort and safety. Demonstrates critical thinking skills as well as the ability to enhance the procedure with additional modalities and views based on identified disease processes and fetal anomalies Independently utilizes analytical abilities to determine the selection of images that are presented to the physician for interpretation. Demonstrates the ability to accurately measure maternal fetal area structures and pathology to further determine the direction of the exam and identify fetal anomalies. Provides clinical services according to specialized maternal fetal ultrasound practice standards to detect fetal anomalies and acts as a resource to students, nurses, fellows and other technologists, to ensure optimal department functions. Accurately obtain and evaluate color flow and Doppler waveforms using this information to determine if further evaluation is needed. Records all data, images and technical notes that provide the preliminary report to facilitate the physician's ability to interpret the information.
- Participates in department/hospital performance improvement initiatives, in-services, and meetings, as evidenced by attendance records.
- Demonstrates the ability to use proper cleaning techniques on all ultrasound imaging transducers. Demonstrates the correct high level disinfection procedure, according to hospital policies when needed. As well as properly utilize and maintain the high-level disinfection device within the department. Maintains all logs associated with this technique. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Start; Successful completion of the Inova Nuchal Translucency (NT) Program is required within 6 months for team members without the Nuchal Translucency Certification.; Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Start
- Licensure - None required
- Experience - Two years of hospital or doctor's office-based experience in the performance of specialized maternal-fetal sonography detecting fetal anomalies
- Education - High School diploma or equivalent; Degree from Accredited Sonography Training Program
Preferred Qualifications:
- MFM Experience
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The qualifications that appear most often in sonographer jobs across Virginia.
- Active ARDMS, CCI, or ARRT credential recognized by Virginia healthcare employers
- Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited sonography or diagnostic medical imaging program
- Proficiency in at least one specialty area such as cardiac, vascular, or OB/GYN sonography
- Experience operating ultrasound equipment and documenting findings in electronic health records
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with physicians and care teams
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call schedules depending on facility needs
Sonographer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sonographer in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a state-issued sonographer license, but virtually all employers require a nationally recognized credential such as ARDMS, CCI, or ARRT registration before hiring. You first complete an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program, typically an associate or bachelor's degree from a CAAHEP-accredited school. After graduating, you sit for the relevant specialty exam and obtain your credential, which is what Virginia employers use to verify competency.
How much do sonographers make in Virginia?
Sonographers in Virginia earn a median of about $95,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,540 for the lowest 10% to over $122,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire sonographers in Virginia?
Employers hiring sonographers in Virginia right now include Inova Health System, American Traveler, and VCU Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's large integrated health systems, including those with academic medical centers and regional community hospitals, tend to post the steadiest volume of openings.
Which Virginia cities have the most sonographer jobs?
Richmond, Fairfax, and Lynchburg have the most sonographer openings in Virginia right now. Northern Virginia and Richmond lead because of their dense concentration of major health systems, academic medical centers, and specialty imaging practices, while Hampton Roads reflects the large military and civilian hospital presence anchored by Sentara Healthcare and regional outpatient networks.
Are there remote sonographer jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of sonographer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects the hands-on, patient-facing nature of the work. The narrow remote segment mostly covers tele-review roles where credentialed sonographers interpret archived studies or provide quality oversight rather than performing live scans.
How can I get hired as a sonographer in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a new-grad or sonographer trainee position directly at a large Virginia health system, where Inova Health System and Sentara Healthcare have onboarded recent graduates into structured orientation programs. Candidates who completed clinical rotations at a Virginia facility and hold a current ARDMS registry have a clear advantage. Lateral moves from related roles such as radiologic technologist or patient care technician can also open doors, especially at facilities willing to cross-train credentialed imaging staff into sonography.
Where can I find and apply to sonographer jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to sonographer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level below and apply directly.
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