PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist II
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$45.26–$67.32/ hour
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in El Paso, TX
Pay for nuclear medicine technologists in Texas centers on $46.19 per hour, or about $96,060 a year. The lower quarter earns under $41.02 and the upper quarter over $50.05. That is 1% below the U.S. median of $46.64 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in El Paso. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near El Paso.
- $46.19median pay per hour, Texas
- $41–$50typical range per hour
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in El Paso, TX
Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 1,040 nuclear medicine technologists employed in Texas.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.35 | $77,690 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.02 | $85,320 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.19 | $96,060 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.05 | $104,100 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.00 | $114,400 | 18% 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 El Paso
- Overall prices in El Paso run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.2).
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$1,663
- Per year: $83,142
- Per month: $6,928
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Texas. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in El Paso
| 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).
Open Nuclear Medicine Technologist roles in Texas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in El Paso as they open.
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technician
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Hood, TX
$78k–$102k/ year
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Hospitals in El Paso
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center Of El Paso El Paso, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sierra Medical Center El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Paso Children's Hospital El Paso, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| William Beaumont Amg (Ft Bliss) El Paso, TX | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| El Paso Behavioral Health System El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| El Paso Psychiatric Center El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | 39 mi | $40.80/hr | 116,998 |
| Odessa, TX | 240 mi | $46.19/hr | 119,748 |
| Midland, TX | 253 mi | $46.19/hr | 143,687 |
| Tucson, AZ | 261 mi | $46.35/hr | 554,013 |
| Marana, AZ | 278 mi | $48.40/hr | 62,380 |
| Lubbock, TX | 289 mi | $46.19/hr | 272,086 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Texas · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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.
Other healthcare roles in El Paso
El Paso city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in El Paso, TX?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Texas have a median pay of $46.19 per hour, about $96,060 a year. The middle half earn between $41.02 and $50.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in El Paso?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso, led by University Medical Center Of El Paso. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in El Paso as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 El Paso?
The federal per diem benchmark in El Paso 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 El Paso?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Baylor University Medical CenterDallas, TX · 1 wage offer$44.97/ hr$45–$45
- 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 Technologist IIPermanent$45.26–$67.32/ hour
- Nuclear Medicine TechnicianPermanent$78k–$102k/ year
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