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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Veterans Health Administration · Atlanta, GA
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Atlanta, GA
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in the Atlanta area centers on $47.32 per hour, or about $98,420 a year. The lower quarter earns under $41.45 and the upper quarter over $50.82. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta. That ranks 35th of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 45th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Atlanta and what they pay.
- $47.32median pay per hour, Atlanta
- $41–$51typical range per hour
- 310employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Nuclear Medicine Tech, Cardiology (PRN/Resource)
Northside Hospital · Atlanta, GA
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist-FT Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p
Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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Nuclear Medicine Tech - Inpatient - (Mon-Thurs)
Northside Hospital · Atlanta, GA
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The metro median is 10% above the Georgia statewide median of $43.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 310 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.33 | $75,570 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.45 | $86,220 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.32 | $98,420 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.82 | $105,710 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.02 | $116,520 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Atlanta ranks
- 35th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 45th 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 Atlanta
- Overall prices in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.32 median hour buys what $47.29 buys at the national price level, 1% above 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 Atlanta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,704
- Per year: $85,176
- Per month: $7,098
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Atlanta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $186 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,904 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,752 |
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 Atlanta
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Hospital, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Midtown Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Grady Memorial Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Athur M Blank Hospital Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta At Scottish Rite Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Peachford Behavioral Health System Of Atlanta Atlanta, GA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven, GA | 8 mi | $47.32/hr | 59,370 |
| Smyrna, GA | 9 mi | $47.32/hr | 57,177 |
| Athens, GA | 62 mi | $43.00/hr | 128,691 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Georgia · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Georgia
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Atlanta, GA?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $47.32 per hour, about $98,420 a year. The middle half earn between $41.45 and $50.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Atlanta a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 45th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 35th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Atlanta?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Atlanta. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Atlanta.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Atlanta as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Atlanta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Atlanta is $186 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,904 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 Atlanta?
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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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