Per diemPosted 27 days ago
PRN PET/CT Technologist
Akumin · Mount Vernon, WA
$63.65–$78.81/ hour
Top 25% pay
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Kennewick, WA
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Washington earn a median of $58.22 per hour, about $121,090 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $50.32 and $63.77. That is 25% above the U.S. median of $46.64 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Kennewick. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Kennewick.
- $58.22median pay per hour, Washington
- $50–$64typical range per hour
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Kennewick, WA
Nationally the median is $46.64 per hour. BLS counts about 310 nuclear medicine technologists employed in Washington.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.55 | $98,900 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $50.32 | $104,670 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Median | $58.22 | $121,090 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.77 | $132,640 | 37% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $73.49 | $152,860 | 58% 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 Kennewick
- Overall prices in Kennewick-Richland run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8).
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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,096
- Per year: $104,796
- Per month: $8,733
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Washington. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kennewick
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,512 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,656 |
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 Washington
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Kennewick as they open.
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
PET/CT Technologist
Akumin · Seattle, WA
$63.65–$78.81/ hour
Top 25% pay
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PET/CT Technologist
Akumin · Olympia, WA
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Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Per Diem
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$49.84–$79.05/ hour
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Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist-PET/CT - Per Diem
MultiCare · Puyallup, WA
$46.93–$76.93/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Part Time
MultiCare · Puyallup, WA
$45.93–$75.93/ hour
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Hospitals in Kennewick
CMS lists 1 hospital in Kennewick, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trios Health Kennewick, WA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasco, WA | 5 mi | $58.22/hr | 81,724 |
| Richland, WA | 8 mi | $58.22/hr | 64,372 |
| Yakima, WA | 71 mi | $58.22/hr | 97,390 |
| Spokane, WA | 131 mi | $58.22/hr | 230,609 |
| Spokane Valley, WA | 137 mi | $58.22/hr | 108,267 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 153 mi | $47.60/hr | 57,355 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Washington · Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Washington
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Washington 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 Kennewick
Kennewick city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Kennewick, WA?
Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Washington have a median pay of $58.22 per hour, about $121,090 a year. The middle half earn between $50.32 and $63.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do nuclear medicine technologists work in Kennewick?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Kennewick, led by Trios Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Kennewick as a nuclear medicine technologist?
CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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 Kennewick?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kennewick is $130 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,512 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AkuminMount Vernon, WA · 3 postings$71.23/ hr$55–$79
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 4 postings$61.43/ hr$46–$79
- AkuminStockton, CA · 5 postings$73.41/ hr$66–$100
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 10 postings$55.44/ hr$45–$71
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Low$46Median$61.94High$79
7 Nuc Med Tech postings with published pay in Washington, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 7 Nuc Med Tech roles
- PRN PET/CT TechnologistPer diem$63.65–$78.81/ hour
- PET/CT TechnologistPermanent$63.65–$78.81/ hour
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