Prevailing Wage for Nuclear Medicine Technologists
The prevailing wage for Nuclear Medicine Technologists (SOC 29-2033) is set by DOL using four experience levels, from entry-level NMTs to fully competent Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) professionals. Whether your offer covers a Nuclear Cardiology Technologist role or a Nuclear Medicine PET-CT Technologist position, the floor varies significantly by worksite city.
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Entry-level technologists with limited post-graduation experience, working under close supervision on routine radioisotope preparation and imaging protocols. Employers filing Level 1 typically sponsor candidates with less than two years of clinical experience.
Qualified technologists with practical experience performing standard diagnostic and therapeutic procedures independently. Level 2 is the most common filing level for Nuclear Medicine Technologists, reflecting candidates who hold CNMT certification and work with moderate oversight.
Experienced technologists who handle complex multi-modality procedures, mentor junior staff, or specialize in areas like cardiac imaging or PET-CT protocols. These professionals operate with significant autonomy and may lead protocol development within their department.
Fully competent senior technologists, lead NMTs, or Radiation Safety Officers who set departmental standards, oversee compliance programs, and may supervise multi-person teams. Employers filing Level 4 typically sponsor candidates in supervisory or program-director roles.
Prevailing Wage for Nuclear Medicine Technologists by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Verify your CNMT certification matches the filed level
Employers sometimes file LCAs at Level 1 for roles requiring CNMT certification, which DOL generally treats as at least Level 2. If your offer letter lists CNMT as a requirement, the prevailing wage floor should reflect that qualification, not the entry floor.
Watch California metro wage gaps for NMT roles
San Jose and San Francisco post prevailing wages roughly double those in markets like Wichita or Little Rock for the same SOC code. If your worksite address is in a California metro, confirm the LCA cites that specific metro, not a national or lower-wage area.
Check how signing bonuses factor into base wage compliance
DOL prevailing wage compliance for Nuclear Medicine Technologists is measured against the base hourly or annual salary on the LCA. Signing bonuses, shift differentials, and per-diem payments are excluded. A competitive total package can still fall short of the required floor.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 29-2033.00 alongside Nuclear Medicine Technologists, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) Prevailing Wage
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) Prevailing Wage
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) positions fall under SOC 29-2033.00 (Nuclear Medicine Technologists). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Nuclear Cardiology Technologist Prevailing Wage
Nuclear Cardiology Technologist Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Nuclear Cardiology Technologist for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 29-2033.00 (Nuclear Medicine Technologists). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Nuclear Medicine PET-CT Technologist (Nuclear Medicine Positron Emission Tomography - Computed Tomography Technologist) Prevailing Wage
Nuclear Medicine PET-CT Technologist (Nuclear Medicine Positron Emission Tomography - Computed Tomography Technologist) Prevailing Wage
Nuclear Medicine PET-CT Technologist (Nuclear Medicine Positron Emission Tomography - Computed Tomography Technologist) is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 29-2033.00 (Nuclear Medicine Technologists). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) Prevailing Wage
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) Prevailing Wage
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) positions fall under SOC 29-2033.00 (Nuclear Medicine Technologists). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Radiation Safety Officer Prevailing Wage
Radiation Safety Officer Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Radiation Safety Officer for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 29-2033.00 (Nuclear Medicine Technologists). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist Prevailing Wage
Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist Prevailing Wage
Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 29-2033.00 (Nuclear Medicine Technologists). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist Prevailing Wage
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist Prevailing Wage
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist positions fall under SOC 29-2033.00 (Nuclear Medicine Technologists). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Nuclear Medicine Technologists?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics from employers across every metro area. For Nuclear Medicine Technologists under SOC 29-2033, DOL publishes four wage levels annually through OFLC. Employers must certify on the Labor Condition Application that the offered wage meets or exceeds the applicable level for the worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which applies to my offer?
Level 1 covers entry-level technologists under close supervision. Level 2 applies to qualified NMTs working independently, and is the most common filing level for this occupation. Level 3 reflects experienced technologists with specialized skills or supervisory duties. Level 4 covers senior or lead roles, including Radiation Safety Officers. Your level should match the actual job duties and supervision structure described in the LCA, not just your years of experience.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same NMT role differ so much by city?
DOL derives prevailing wages from regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, so each metro area produces its own wage floor. High-cost markets with dense hospital networks and imaging centers, like San Jose or San Francisco, report significantly higher employer-paid wages than smaller metros. The LCA must cite the actual worksite address, so the wage floor that applies is the one for the metropolitan statistical area where the technologist physically works, not where the employer is headquartered.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
USCIS will not approve an H-1B, E-3, or employment-based green card petition if the LCA wage is below the DOL-certified prevailing wage for the worksite and experience level. If the employer submits an LCA with an understated wage, OFLC can deny certification. You should compare your offered salary against the published OFLC wage for your metro and level before signing an offer letter.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up SOC 29-2033 by metropolitan area and wage level. Enter your worksite metro, select the current wage year, and confirm which level matches the duties in your offer. For historical employer-filed wages and to identify which facilities have sponsored NMT roles, Migrate Mate lets you filter by role and location to see actual sponsorship activity by employer.
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