PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Advocate Health · North Carolina
$42.00–$42.00/ hour
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Wilmington, NC
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in North Carolina centers on $40.30 per hour, or about $83,820 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.19 and the upper quarter over $46.06. That is 14% below the U.S. median of $46.64 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Wilmington. The free report below lists employers near Wilmington and what they pay.
- $40.30median pay per hour, North Carolina
- $36–$46typical range per hour
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Wilmington, NC
Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 530 nuclear medicine technologists employed in North Carolina.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.50 | $65,520 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.19 | $75,280 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.30 | $83,820 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.06 | $95,800 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.93 | $99,690 | 3% above U.S. median |
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 Wilmington
- Overall prices in Wilmington run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.2).
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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,451
- Per year: $72,540
- Per month: $6,045
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for North Carolina. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wilmington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,463 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,019 |
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).
Open Nuclear Medicine Technologist roles in North Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Wilmington as they open.
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - MMP
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$42.00–$42.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Wilmington
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Wilmington, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center Wilmington, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Wilmington Treatment Center Wilmington, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville, NC | 46 mi | $40.30/hr | 70,840 |
| Fayetteville, NC | 86 mi | $40.30/hr | 209,496 |
| Greenville, NC | 100 mi | $40.30/hr | 95,138 |
| Apex, NC | 119 mi | $40.30/hr | 75,977 |
| Raleigh, NC | 120 mi | $40.30/hr | 499,825 |
| Cary, NC | 121 mi | $40.30/hr | 182,659 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in North Carolina · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina 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 Wilmington, NC?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in North Carolina have a median pay of $40.30 per hour, about $83,820 a year. The middle half earn between $36.19 and $46.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Wilmington?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Wilmington, led by Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Wilmington as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Wilmington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wilmington is $135 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,463 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 Wilmington?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Wilmington and across North Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Wilmington.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Advocate HealthCharlotte, NC · 2 postings$42.00/ hr$42–$42
- 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
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2What they are offering now
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.
3Open now: 2 Nuc Med Tech roles
- Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPermanent$42.00–$42.00/ hour
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist - MMPPermanent$42.00–$42.00/ hour
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