
Hospital | Ultrasound Tech
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Vail, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Ultrasound Sonographer
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.36
- Weekly
- $2,065
- Yearly (full-time)
- $107,380
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- November 9, 2026
This job pays about $57.36/hour — 10% above the median for Ultrasound Sonographer jobs in Colorado ($52.12/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, 36 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 Colorado right now
- 9 open Ultrasound Sonographer jobs in Colorado from 5 agencies, 4 of them in Vail.
- Pay in these listings: $49.62 – $73.12/hour, median $61.80/hour.
- Typical Ultrasound Sonographer pay in Colorado: $52.12/hour ($108,410/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($71.43/hour across 4 jobs).
Job description
Travel Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer) – Hospital Contract in Vail, Colorado
Explore a rewarding travel ultrasound technologist job in Vail, Colorado, performing general diagnostic imaging in a hospital setting. Join a collaborative imaging team and provide high-quality abdominal, obstetric, and small-parts ultrasound examinations that support accurate diagnosis and compassionate patient care. This 13-week assignment offers the opportunity to work in a beautiful Rocky Mountain community with access to exceptional outdoor recreation and a welcoming local atmosphere.
Travel Healthcare Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,990–$2,140
- Location: Vail, Colorado
- Setting: Hospital-based imaging department
- Position Type: Travel ultrasound technologist contract
- Start Date: November 9, 2026
- End Date: February 8, 2027
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
- Schedule: Rotating shifts; no on-call requirement indicated
- Openings: 1
Ultrasound Technologist Job Requirements
- At least 1 year of professional ultrasound experience in a hospital or clinical imaging setting
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or ARRT certification with the Sonography (S) credential
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Demonstrated competency in general abdominal, obstetric, and small-parts ultrasound examinations
- Ability to follow established imaging protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and comply with HIPAA, infection prevention, safety, and universal precaution standards
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, physicians, radiologists, and members of the health care team
Ultrasound Technologist Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations according to established department protocols and accepted standards of practice.
- Operate ultrasound equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images used in the evaluation and treatment of disease and injury.
- Identify patients, verify examination orders, and confirm demographic and clinical information before beginning each study.
- Select appropriate scanning techniques with minimal supervision and position patients safely and respectfully.
- Review examinations for technical accuracy and transmit completed studies for radiologist interpretation.
- Communicate pertinent examination information to the appropriate members of the care team.
- Assist physicians as needed while maintaining patient and staff safety throughout procedures.
- Complete imaging documentation and maintain accurate records using hospital information systems and picture archiving and communication systems (PACS).
- Maintain clean, organized examination rooms; monitor supplies and notify appropriate staff when replenishment is needed.
- Protect patient privacy and contribute to a respectful, collaborative, quality-focused care environment.
About the Location
Vail is a picturesque Colorado mountain community known for its alpine scenery, outdoor recreation, and vibrant year-round lifestyle. The area offers opportunities for hiking, biking, skiing, dining, and exploring the surrounding Rocky Mountains while providing a memorable setting for your next professional assignment.
Apply now for this travel ultrasound technologist opportunity in Vail, Colorado, and take the next step in your diagnostic imaging career.
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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