1201 - Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technician - PD
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System · Salinas, CA
Pay for cath lab technologists in California centers on $31.12 per hour, or about $64,720 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.63 and the upper quarter over $50.60. That is 4% below the U.S. median of $32.34 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Napa. The free report below lists employers near Napa and what they pay.
Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 6,110 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in California.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.66 | $55,450 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.63 | $63,710 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.12 | $64,720 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.60 | $105,250 | 56% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $66.46 | $138,240 | 106% above U.S. median |
BLS does not publish a separate figure for cath lab technologist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2031), 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 | $234 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,282 |
| 13-week assignment | $29,666 |
Travel cath lab 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 Napa as they open.
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System · Salinas, CA
Sharp HealthCare · San Diego, CA
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San Antonio Regional Hospital · Upland, CA
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Lynwood, CA
Kaweah Delta Health Care District · Visalia, CA
Kaweah Delta Health Care District · Visalia, CA
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Napa, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of cath lab technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Queen Of The Valley Medical Center Napa, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Dept Of State Hospitals - Napa Napa, CA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vallejo, CA | 13 mi | $44.26/hr | 123,475 |
| Fairfield, CA | 15 mi | $44.26/hr | 122,646 |
| Petaluma, CA | 18 mi | $39.94/hr | 59,393 |
| Vacaville, CA | 18 mi | $44.26/hr | 103,994 |
| Novato, CA | 20 mi | $44.07/hr | 52,311 |
| Richmond, CA | 24 mi | $44.07/hr | 115,353 |
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in California · Cath Lab Technologist jobs nationwide
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Napa city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Cath Lab Technologists in California have a median pay of $31.12 per hour, about $64,720 a year. The middle half earn between $30.63 and $50.60 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Napa, led by Providence Queen Of The Valley Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 Napa is $234 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,282 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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