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PET/CT Technologist -PRN
Akumin · Clarksville, TN
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Clarksville, TN
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in Tennessee centers on $38.69 per hour, or about $80,470 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.94 and the upper quarter over $44.54. That is 17% below the U.S. median of $46.64 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Clarksville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Clarksville.
- $38.69median pay per hour, Tennessee
- $37–$45typical range per hour
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Clarksville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Clarksville, TN
Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 430 nuclear medicine technologists employed in Tennessee.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.96 | $64,400 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.94 | $76,840 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.69 | $80,470 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.54 | $92,640 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.01 | $101,940 | 5% 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.
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- Overall prices in Clarksville run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.8).
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 Clarksville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,393
- Per year: $69,642
- Per month: $5,804
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Tennessee. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Clarksville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Clarksville
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Clarksville, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital Clarksville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Psychiatric Care-Clarksville Clarksville, TN | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | 41 mi | $39.98/hr | 704,963 |
| Hendersonville, TN | 45 mi | $39.98/hr | 63,947 |
| Gallatin, TN | 50 mi | $39.98/hr | 52,489 |
| Franklin, TN | 53 mi | $39.98/hr | 89,142 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 58 mi | $42.30/hr | 79,076 |
| Lebanon, TN | 61 mi | $39.98/hr | 51,501 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Tennessee · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Clarksville, TN?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Tennessee have a median pay of $38.69 per hour, about $80,470 a year. The middle half earn between $36.94 and $44.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Clarksville?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Clarksville, led by Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Clarksville as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Clarksville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Clarksville is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 Clarksville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Clarksville and across Tennessee. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Clarksville.
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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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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.
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