PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Multi-Modality Technologist)
Veterans Health Administration · Omaha, NE
$89k–$116k/ year
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Omaha, NE
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Omaha area earn a median of $50.44 per hour, about $104,910 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $45.75 and $55.67. That ranks 19th of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 9th of 92 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Omaha. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Omaha.
- $50.44median pay per hour, Omaha
- $46–$56typical range per hour
- 50employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 1% above the Nebraska statewide median of $50.13 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 50 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Omaha metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.94).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.01 | $81,140 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.75 | $95,160 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.44 | $104,910 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $55.67 | $115,790 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.81 | $122,320 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Omaha ranks
- 19th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 9th 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 Omaha
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.44 median hour buys what $54.88 buys at the national price level, 18% 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 Omaha paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,816
- Per year: $90,792
- Per month: $7,566
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Omaha
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,414 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,382 |
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 Omaha
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Omaha, 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Bergan Mercy Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Chi Health Lakeside Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Omaha Va Medical Center (Va Nebraska Western Iowa Healthcare System) Omaha, NE | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Nebraska Methodist Hospital Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Chi Health Immanuel Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Nebraska Omaha, NE | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Midwest Surgical Hospital Llc Omaha, NE | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital Omaha, NE | Acute care | Other | Not rated | Yes |
| Nebraska Spine Hospital, Llc Omaha, NE | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 10 mi | $50.44/hr | 64,777 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 11 mi | $50.44/hr | 62,665 |
| Lincoln, NE | 45 mi | $50.13/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 87 mi | $40.19/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 119 mi | $40.55/hr | 73,664 |
| Grand Island, NE | 122 mi | $50.13/hr | 53,250 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Nebraska · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nebraska taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Omaha
Omaha city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Omaha, NE?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $50.44 per hour, about $104,910 a year. The middle half earn between $45.75 and $55.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Omaha a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 9th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 19th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Omaha?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Omaha. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Omaha.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Omaha as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska 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 Omaha?
The federal per diem benchmark in Omaha is $122 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,414 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
- 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
93 Nuc Med Tech postings with published pay in the US, 66 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Multi-Modality Technologist)Permanent$89k–$116k/ year
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