Ultrasound Technologist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Ultrasound Technologist jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand across hospital systems, outpatient imaging centers, and women's health clinics at every level from entry-level sonographer through lead and senior technologist. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor the largest concentrations of openings, where major employers like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Lehigh Valley Health Network maintain ongoing hiring pipelines. Cardiac, vascular, and OB/GYN sonography are among the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Ultrasound Technologists (Sonographers) are responsible for the administration of multi-frequency sound waves and other techniques for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A sonographer performs sonographic imaging procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Ultrasound Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of sonographic imaging procedures. Ultrasound Technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.
Job Duties
- Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
- Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
- Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
- Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
- Collaborates with a licensed practitioner in the performance of sonographic interventional procedures.
- Ensuring equipment parameters for diagnostic and interventional procedures are of optimal technical and administrative quality as requested by a licensed practitioner.
- Performing diagnostic, interventional, sonographic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner or during appropriate educational activities.
- Independently reviews symptoms and medical history to determine the correct exam for the patient.
- Evaluate orders and requests for procedures to assure correct scheduling of patient exams.
- Performs noninvasive vascular laboratory tests (if applicable).
- Independently provides preliminary interpretation of the test results (if applicable), including level of disease, incidental findings, results, outliers, contradictory and unexpected test results, and need for additional testing, urgency of care and reporting to provider.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
The following certification required upon hire:
- Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) as a sonographer or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) certification and
- Radiology: ARDMS (preferred ABD, OB/GYN) credential required upon hire. If vascular credential is required at site – ARDMS (RVT) or RVS credential must be obtained within one year of hire.
- Maternal Fetal Medicine: ARDMS (OB/GYN) required upon hire.
- Adult Echocardiography: ARDMS (AE) certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Pediatric Echocardiography: ARDMS (AE) preferred.
- Vascular: ARDMS (RVT) or RVS credential required upon hire.
Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)Experience
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)Certification(s) and License(s)
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyAbout Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Job Summary
Ultrasound Technologists (Sonographers) are responsible for the administration of multi-frequency sound waves and other techniques for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A sonographer performs sonographic imaging procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Ultrasound Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of sonographic imaging procedures. Ultrasound Technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.
Job Duties
- Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
- Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
- Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
- Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
- Collaborates with a licensed practitioner in the performance of sonographic interventional procedures.
- Ensuring equipment parameters for diagnostic and interventional procedures are of optimal technical and administrative quality as requested by a licensed practitioner.
- Performing diagnostic, interventional, sonographic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner or during appropriate educational activities.
- Independently reviews symptoms and medical history to determine the correct exam for the patient.
- Evaluate orders and requests for procedures to assure correct scheduling of patient exams.
- Performs noninvasive vascular laboratory tests (if applicable).
- Independently provides preliminary interpretation of the test results (if applicable), including level of disease, incidental findings, results, outliers, contradictory and unexpected test results, and need for additional testing, urgency of care and reporting to provider.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
The following certification required upon hire:
- Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) as a sonographer or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) certification and
- Radiology: ARDMS (preferred ABD, OB/GYN) credential required upon hire. If vascular credential is required at site – ARDMS (RVT) or RVS credential must be obtained within one year of hire.
- Maternal Fetal Medicine: ARDMS (OB/GYN) required upon hire.
- Adult Echocardiography: ARDMS (AE) certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Pediatric Echocardiography: ARDMS (AE) preferred.
- Vascular: ARDMS (RVT) or RVS credential required upon hire.
Applicants hired after March 10, 2024, must complete steps required for advancing to level 2 within 24 months.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)Experience
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)Certification(s) and License(s)
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyAbout Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ultrasound technologist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- ARDMS or ARRT credential with a Pennsylvania-recognized sonography registration in good standing
- Completion of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program or equivalent clinical training
- Proficiency operating ultrasound equipment across at least one primary specialty modality
- One or more years of clinical scanning experience in a hospital or outpatient setting
- Ability to work independently, produce diagnostic-quality images, and document findings accurately
- Strong communication skills for patient interaction and collaboration with radiologists and ordering physicians
Ultrasound Technologist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a ultrasound technologist in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not issue a state license for ultrasound technologists, so the pathway centers on national credentialing. Most employers require registration through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. To qualify, you complete an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program, which can be found at Pennsylvania institutions including community colleges and hospital-based programs, and then pass the relevant specialty registry exam before applying.
How much do ultrasound technologists make in Pennsylvania?
Ultrasound technologists 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 ultrasound technologists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring ultrasound technologists in Pennsylvania right now include Roshal Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network, and Geisinger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers and regional hospital networks, account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most ultrasound technologist jobs?
Danville, Wilkes-Barre, and Scranton are the Pennsylvania cities with the most ultrasound technologist openings right now. Philadelphia leads because of its dense concentration of academic medical centers and specialty hospitals, Pittsburgh follows with UPMC and Allegheny Health Network driving volume, and Allentown reflects the growth of Lehigh Valley Health Network and surrounding outpatient imaging facilities.
Are there remote ultrasound technologist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Ultrasound technologists perform hands-on imaging directly with patients, so the vast majority of roles require on-site presence. About 54% of ultrasound technologist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve quality assurance review, tele-ultrasound interpretation support, or education roles rather than direct scanning.
How can I get hired as a ultrasound technologist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or clinical associate positions at large Pennsylvania health systems like UPMC or Penn Medicine, which regularly hire recent graduates from accredited sonography programs into supervised roles. Completing a clinical internship at a Pennsylvania hospital during your program strengthens your application significantly. Candidates moving laterally from radiologic technologist or cardiac monitor technician roles also find more openings, and holding even a provisional ARDMS registry credential gives you a clear edge over unregistered applicants.
Where can I find and apply to ultrasound technologist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to ultrasound technologist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty and availability, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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