Allied Health Salary & Pay Guide
At AMN Healthcare, we help allied professionals understand their full earning potential, from base pay to stipends, bonuses, and benefits, so you can make smarter career decisions.
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How Much Do Allied Health Professionals Make?
Allied healthcare professionals can earn approximately $1,500 to $3,000+ per week on travel assignments, depending on specialty, location, experience, and facility demand. Total compensation often includes both taxable wages and tax-advantaged stipends for housing, meals, and travel-related expenses.
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- $3,000 for School Psych, SLP, CF, BCBA, BA, OT, and RN referrals
- $2,500 for CT Tech, Cath Lab Tech, and IR referrals
- $1,500 for RRT referrals
- $1,000 for all other disciplines
What’s Included in The Pay Package?
Your total compensation goes beyond just an hourly rate:
- Taxable hourly rate
- Housing stipend or company-provided housing
- Per diem aka meals stipend
- Travel support – optional reimbursements, flights, & rental cars
- License & credentialing reimbursements
- Health, dental, and retirement benefits
Travel Allied vs. Permanent Jobs
Why Pay Can Be Higher
- Higher income regardless of experience
- Access to facilities in all 50 states
- Flexibility to choose assignments based on individual preferences
Your Questions, Answered.
How much do allied healthcare professionals make per week?
Travel allied healthcare professionals can earn anywhere from approximately $1,500 to $3,000+ per week, depending on their specialty, experience, location, and assignment demand. Imaging, therapy, laboratory, and respiratory care professionals often see higher pay in markets experiencing workforce shortages.
What allied healthcare jobs pay the most?
Some of the highest-paying allied healthcare specialties include:
- Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)
- Occupational Therapists (OTs)
- Physical Therapists (PTs)
- CT Technologists
- Cath Lab Technologists
- Interventional Radiology Technologists
- Cardiac and Vascular Sonographers
- Specialized Imaging Professionals
Pay can vary based on demand, location, certifications, and years of experience. Travel assignments in high-need markets often offer the strongest compensation packages
What is included in a travel allied pay package?
The Travel Allied pay package is more than just an hourly rate. Depending on the assignment, it may include:
- Taxable hourly pay
- Housing stipend or company-provided housing
- Travel reimbursement
- Licensing and credentialing support
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement benefits such as a 401(k)
- Referral bonuses, when applicable
Your total package may vary based on specialty, assignment location, and contract details. AMN Healthcare recruiters can help you understand the full value of each opportunity.
Is travel allied pay higher than permanent roles?
In many cases, yes. Travel allied healthcare jobs often provide higher total compensation than permanent positions because pay packages typically include both a taxable hourly wage and a tax-advantaged stipend for housing.
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