Per diemPosted 22 days ago
MRI Technologist - Per Diem (Evenings) - Warren Campus
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
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MRI Technologist jobs in Allentown, PA
The median MRI Technologist pay in the Allentown area is $42.12 per hour ($87,610 a year), with the typical range running from $38.12 to $48.56. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Allentown and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Allentown. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Allentown.
- $42.12median pay per hour, Allentown
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 170MRI Technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 5% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $40.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $42.40 per hour. BLS counts about 170 magnetic resonance imaging technologists employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.70 | $43,060 | 51% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.12 | $79,290 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $42.12 | $87,610 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.56 | $101,000 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.76 | $107,660 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Allentown ranks
- 59th of 163 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 87th of 160 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Pennsylvania metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (SOC 29-2035), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Allentown
- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $42.12 median hour buys what $42.13 buys at the national price level, 1% below the national median.
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.
Estimate your Allentown paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,516
- Per year: $75,816
- Per month: $6,318
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Allentown
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
Travel MRI Technologist 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 Allentown
CMS lists 1 hospital in Allentown, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of MRI Technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Hospital Allentown, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
MRI Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem, PA | 6 mi | $42.12/hr | 79,453 |
| Reading, PA | 29 mi | $48.71/hr | 96,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $46.16/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Trenton, NJ | 45 mi | $43.77/hr | 91,193 |
| Camden, NJ | 49 mi | $46.16/hr | 71,749 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 55 mi | $52.64/hr | 57,487 |
MRI Technologist jobs in Pennsylvania · MRI Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Pennsylvania taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do MRI Technologists make in Allentown, PA?
MRI Technologists in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $42.12 per hour, about $87,610 a year. The middle half earn between $38.12 and $48.56 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Allentown a good place for MRI Technologists once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 87th of 160 metro areas for MRI Technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 59th of 163 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring MRI Technologists in Allentown?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Allentown.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Allentown as an MRI Technologist?
ARRT certification in MRI, or ARRT radiography with MRI training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Allentown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Allentown is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 3 postings$63.47/ hr$57–$71
- CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 4 postings$62.31/ hr$46–$83
- Boston Medical CenterBrighton, MA · 10 postings$55.47/ hr$43–$73
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 18 postings$55.14/ hr$22–$69
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