Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Virginia earn a median of $46.55 per hour, about $96,820 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.32 and $49.93. That is in line with the U.S. median of $46.64 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lynchburg.
Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 440 nuclear medicine technologists employed in Virginia.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.77 | $78,560 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.32 | $83,870 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.55 | $96,820 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.93 | $103,850 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.04 | $112,400 | 16% 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.
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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| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $114 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,274 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,562 |
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).
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Lynchburg as they open.
Sentara Healthcare · Hampton, VA
VCU Health System · Richmond, VA
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VCU Health System · Richmond, VA
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
Sentara Healthcare · Harrisonburg, VA
Sentara Healthcare · Suffolk, VA
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra Health - Lynchburg Gen Hospital Lynchburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke, VA | 43 mi | $46.55/hr | 97,912 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 74 mi | $46.55/hr | 51,164 |
| Burlington, NC | 93 mi | $40.30/hr | 61,365 |
| Richmond, VA | 95 mi | $46.08/hr | 233,655 |
| Greensboro, NC | 97 mi | $40.30/hr | 307,381 |
| Durham, NC | 100 mi | $40.30/hr | 301,870 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Virginia · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Lynchburg city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Virginia have a median pay of $46.55 per hour, about $96,820 a year. The middle half earn between $40.32 and $49.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg, led by Centra Health - Lynchburg Gen Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
The federal per diem benchmark in Lynchburg is $114 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,274 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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