PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
RadNet · Phoenix, AZ
$40.00–$46.00/ hour
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Chandler, AZ
The median nuclear medicine technologist pay in the Chandler area is $48.40 per hour ($100,670 a year), with the typical range running from $41.95 to $49.68. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Chandler and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Chandler. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Chandler.
- $48.40median pay per hour, Phoenix
- $42–$50typical range per hour
- 380employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 2% above the Arizona statewide median of $47.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 380 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.05 | $83,300 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.95 | $87,260 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.40 | $100,670 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.68 | $103,330 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.60 | $107,330 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Chandler ranks
- 26th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 47th of 92 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nuclear Medicine Technologists (SOC 29-2033), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Chandler
- Overall prices in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% above the U.S. average (index 121.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.40 median hour buys what $46.85 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Chandler paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,742
- Per year: $87,120
- Per month: $7,260
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Chandler
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $160 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,722 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,386 |
Travel nuclear medicine 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 Chandler
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Chandler, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler Regional Medical Center Chandler, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner Ocotillo Medical Center Chandler, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital Chandler, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert, AZ | 7 mi | $48.40/hr | 288,790 |
| Tempe, AZ | 9 mi | $48.40/hr | 190,114 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Arizona · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Chandler
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Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Chandler, AZ?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area have a median pay of $48.40 per hour, about $100,670 a year. The middle half earn between $41.95 and $49.68 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chandler a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler ranks 47th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 26th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Chandler?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Chandler.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Chandler as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona 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 Chandler?
The federal per diem benchmark in Chandler is $160 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,722 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nuclear medicine technologists in Chandler?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AkuminStockton, CA · 5 postings$73.41/ hr$66–$100
- AkuminMount Vernon, WA · 3 postings$71.23/ hr$55–$79
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 4 postings$61.43/ hr$46–$79
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 10 postings$55.44/ hr$45–$71
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Low$37Median$49.38High$65
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