Per diemPosted 7 days ago
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
CommonSpirit Health · Westminster, CO
$38.34–$63.26/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Aurora, CO
3 open roles with published pay are listed for Aurora and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Aurora. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Aurora.
- 3open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Diagnostic Medical Sonographer roles near Aurora
Roles in other cities of the Denver-Aurora-Centennial area.
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Breast Sonographer
Denver Health · Denver, CO
$39.51–$61.25/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
Denver Health · Denver, CO
$34.58–$51.87/ hour
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers near Aurora
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Health | 2 | $46.80 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 1 | $50.80 |
What your pay buys in Aurora
- Overall prices in Denver-Aurora-Centennial run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% above the U.S. average (index 146.9).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Travel assignment per diem in Aurora
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $194 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,002 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,026 |
Travel diagnostic medical sonographer assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Aurora
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Aurora, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Colorado Hospital Authority Aurora, CO | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Eastern Colorado Healthcare System Aurora, CO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital Aurora, CO | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Aurora, CO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 9 mi | — | 729,019 |
| Centennial, CO | 11 mi | — | 108,853 |
| Boulder, CO | 36 mi | — | 106,803 |
| Longmont, CO | 38 mi | — | 99,818 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs in Colorado · Diagnostic Medical Sonographer jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Colorado
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Colorado taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Aurora
Aurora city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
Who is hiring diagnostic medical sonographers in Aurora?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Aurora.
Do I need a Colorado license to work in Aurora as a diagnostic medical sonographer?
ARDMS or equivalent credential (RDMS, RDCS, RVT). Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Aurora?
The federal per diem benchmark in Aurora is $194 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,002 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place diagnostic medical sonographers in Aurora?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Aurora and across Colorado. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Aurora.
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Your Sonographer pay reportAurora, CO · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthColorado Springs, CO · 5 postings$50.80/ hr$37–$66
- Banner HealthFort Collins, CO · 3 postings$49.52/ hr$35–$63
- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 2 postings$46.80/ hr$35–$61
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$50.45High$63
10 Sonographer postings with published pay in Colorado, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Sonographer roles
- Diagnostic Medical SonographerPer diem$38.34–$63.26/ hour
- Ultrasound Technologist OBGYN Fort CollinsPermanent$37.88–$63.14/ hour
+ 8 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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