
Hospital | Sonographer
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Northampton, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Ultrasound Sonographer
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.75
- Weekly
- $2,110
- Yearly (full-time)
- $109,720
This job pays about $52.75/hour — 2% above the median for Ultrasound Sonographer jobs in Massachusetts ($51.67/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Ultrasound Sonographer jobs in Massachusetts right now
- 44 open Ultrasound Sonographer jobs in Massachusetts from 5 agencies, 4 of them in Northampton.
- Pay in these listings: $27.88 – $88.77/hour, median $57.15/hour.
- Typical Ultrasound Sonographer pay in Massachusetts: $51.67/hour ($107,474/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($59.70/hour across 14 jobs).
Job description
Cardiac Sonographer (Echocardiography) Travel Job in Northampton, Massachusetts
Join a high-performing echocardiography team as a Cardiac Sonographer, Echo Technologist, or cardiac imaging professional on a 13-week travel assignment in Northampton, MA. This on-site cardiac sonography opportunity is ideal for an experienced professional who can contribute immediately in a fast-paced clinical environment and perform a broad range of adult echocardiography studies. Northampton offers a welcoming New England setting in the scenic Pioneer Valley, known for its vibrant arts and cultural scene, historic character, and convenient access to outdoor recreation.
Cardiac Sonographer Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,030-$2,190
- Location: Northampton, Massachusetts
- Assignment Type: 13-week travel contract
- Assignment Dates: November 8, 2026-February 6, 2027
- Schedule: 8-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
- Hours: 40 guaranteed hours per week
- Setting: On-site echocardiography department
Cardiac Sonographer Job Requirements
- At least 5 years of cardiac sonography or echocardiography experience required
- Associate degree in radiology or an equivalent professional certification
- Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) credential required
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Demonstrated proficiency with transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), and stress echocardiography
- Experience operating Philips echocardiography equipment preferred
- Experience with Epic electronic medical records and the ability to start IVs are pluses
- Strong clinical judgment, technical expertise, and communication skills
Cardiac Sonographer Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive cardiac ultrasound examinations using M-mode, 2-D imaging, color Doppler, and spectral Doppler techniques
- Conduct transthoracic, transesophageal, and exercise stress echocardiography studies
- Perform bubble studies and support contrast-enhanced imaging using Lumason according to established protocols
- Operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment and obtain high-quality cardiac images for interpretation
- Prepare patients, explain procedures, verify clinical information, and promote comfort and safety throughout examinations
- Document procedures and findings accurately within the electronic medical record
- Collaborate with providers and the echocardiography team while following departmental policies and quality standards
Apply now for this Cardiac Sonographer travel job and join an experienced echocardiography team in Northampton, Massachusetts.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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