Travel Sonographer — Ultrasound

Job overview

The Travel Sonographer — Ultrasound role is an onsite, 13-week travel assignment in Bakersfield, CA, beginning November 16, 2026. The stated weekly pay range is $744–$767, with no guaranteed hours; the posting notes that rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. The role supports a hospital imaging department. The sonographer performs ultrasound examinations and produces accurate images and documentation for radiologists and clinicians, while contributing to patient comfort, safe imaging practices, and the department’s coverage needs, including required on-call and weekend coverage.

What you'll do

• Perform ultrasound examinations according to department protocols, including patient preparation and positioning
• optimize images and document technical findings and measurements
• record procedures and findings in Cerner and communicate results as required
• maintain equipment and perform routine quality assurance
• follow safety and infection-control standards
• explain procedures and support patient comfort
• and participate in required on-call and weekend coverage (US on-call 1931–0700
• weekend coverage 1931–0700).

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

travel sonographer

ultrasound

bakersfield ca

onsite

13-week assignment

$744–$767/week

12-hour day shifts

three days per week

weekend coverage

on-call required

cerner

mach7 pacs

hospital imaging

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dedicated recruiter and travel support, 24/7 support during the assignment, credentialing and onboarding assistance, extension opportunities, and ongoing assignment resources and guidance.

Why this role

13-week travel assignment; 12-hour day shifts across three days per week; 0 guaranteed hours; Cerner EMR and Mach7 PACS proficiency required. Dedicated recruiter and travel support, 24/7 assignment support, credentialing and onboarding assistance, and extension opportunities are listed.

About the employer

Healthforce is hiring for this role. Industry: Diagnostic Imaging Centers. Sector: 62.