Per diemPosted 17 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN, As Needed
Norton Healthcare · Louisville, KY
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Louisville, KY
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in the Louisville area centers on $46.97 per hour, or about $97,700 a year. The lower quarter earns under $46.46 and the upper quarter over $48.09. That ranks 38th of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 18th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Louisville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Louisville.
- $46.97median pay per hour, Louisville/Jefferson County
- $46–$48typical range per hour
- 60employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Louisville, KY
The metro median is 11% above the Kentucky statewide median of $42.30 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 60 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.80).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.37 | $81,890 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $46.46 | $96,640 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $46.97 | $97,700 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.09 | $100,030 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.74 | $109,700 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Louisville ranks
- 38th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 18th 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Louisville
- Overall prices in Louisville/Jefferson County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.97 median hour buys what $50.47 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Louisville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,691
- Per year: $84,546
- Per month: $7,046
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Louisville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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 Louisville
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Louisville, 2 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville Va Medical Center Louisville, KY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Louisville Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Norton Hospitals, Inc Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital And Mary & Elizabeth Hospital Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Louisville Hospital Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Central State Hospital Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| The Brook Hospital - Dupont Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| The Brook Hospital - Kmi Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville, IN | 12 mi | $46.97/hr | 52,912 |
| Lexington, KY | 65 mi | $42.30/hr | 329,437 |
| Columbus, IN | 74 mi | $46.53/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 84 mi | $46.53/hr | 79,986 |
| Owensboro, KY | 85 mi | $42.30/hr | 60,675 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 91 mi | $46.41/hr | 314,915 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Kentucky · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kentucky
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kentucky 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 Louisville, KY?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area have a median pay of $46.97 per hour, about $97,700 a year. The middle half earn between $46.46 and $48.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Louisville a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Louisville/Jefferson County ranks 18th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 38th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Louisville?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Louisville, led by Louisville Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Louisville as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Louisville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Louisville is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 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 Louisville?
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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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