Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Beaverton, OR
The median nuclear medicine technologist pay in the Beaverton area is $55.43 per hour ($115,290 a year), with the typical range running from $51.51 to $59.78. That ranks 11th of 93 U.S. metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay, and 11th of 92 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in the Beaverton metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Beaverton.
- $55.43median pay per hour, Portland
- $52–$60typical range per hour
- 100employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Beaverton, OR
The metro median is 4% above the Oregon statewide median of $53.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 100 nuclear medicine technologists employed in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.74).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $50.42 | $104,870 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.51 | $107,140 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Median | $55.43 | $115,290 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $59.78 | $124,340 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.18 | $129,330 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Beaverton ranks
- 11th of 93 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 11th 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 Beaverton
- Overall prices in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $55.43 median hour buys what $52.58 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.
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- Per year: $99,774
- Per month: $8,314
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Beaverton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,484 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,292 |
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 the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro area
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro area, 7 of the 12 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nuclear medicine technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Va Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Portland Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Westside Hillsboro, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center Vancouver, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence Portland Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillsboro Medical Center Hillsboro, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Emanuel Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center Gresham, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tigard, OR | 4 mi | $55.43/hr | 57,301 |
| Hillsboro, OR | 7 mi | $55.43/hr | 110,337 |
| Salem, OR | 40 mi | $53.18/hr | 180,406 |
| Albany, OR | 60 mi | $53.18/hr | 57,156 |
| Corvallis, OR | 67 mi | $53.18/hr | 61,993 |
| Springfield, OR | 99 mi | $53.18/hr | 61,182 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Oregon · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oregon
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oregon taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Beaverton
Beaverton city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Beaverton, OR?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area have a median pay of $55.43 per hour, about $115,290 a year. The middle half earn between $51.51 and $59.78 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Beaverton a good place for nuclear medicine technologists once cost of living is counted?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro ranks 11th of 92 metro areas for nuclear medicine technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 11th of 93 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Beaverton?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro area, led by Portland Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Beaverton as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon 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 Beaverton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Beaverton is $132 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,484 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 Beaverton?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Beaverton and across Oregon. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Beaverton.
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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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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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