Per diemPosted yesterday
1201 - Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technician - PD
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System · Salinas, CA
$35.32–$39.83/ hour
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Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Santa Cruz, CA
The median cath lab technologist pay in California is $31.12 per hour ($64,720 a year), with the typical range running from $30.63 to $50.60. That is 4% below the U.S. median of $32.34 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Santa Cruz. The free report below lists employers near Santa Cruz and what they pay.
- $31.12median pay per hour, California
- $31–$51typical range per hour
- 110cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Cath Lab Technologist pay in Santa Cruz, CA
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.
What your pay buys in Santa Cruz
- Overall prices in Santa Cruz-Watsonville run 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 64% above the U.S. average (index 164.3).
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$1,120
- Per year: $56,016
- Per month: $4,668
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for California. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Santa Cruz
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $148 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,638 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,294 |
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).
Open Cath Lab Technologist roles in California
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Santa Cruz as they open.
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Cardiovascular Tech III (EP Tech) - Cardiac Cath Lab - Sharp Memorial Hospital - Days - Full Time
Sharp HealthCare · San Diego, CA
$51.31–$66.21/ hour
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San Antonio Regional Hospital · Upland, CA
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Cath Lab Tech, CVRT - Angiography
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Lynwood, CA
$42.00–$60.00/ hour
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Per Diem Cardiac Cath Lab Tech
Kaweah Delta Health Care District · Visalia, CA
$55.55–$83.33/ hour
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Cath Lab Tech II
Kaweah Delta Health Care District · Visalia, CA
$48.30–$72.45/ hour
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Hospitals in Santa Cruz
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Santa Cruz, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Hospital Santa Cruz, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility Santa Cruz, CA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Cath Lab Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watsonville, CA | 15 mi | $31.12/hr | 51,320 |
| Cupertino, CA | 24 mi | $59.76/hr | 58,710 |
| Gilroy, CA | 25 mi | $59.76/hr | 60,390 |
| San Jose, CA | 25 mi | $59.76/hr | 997,368 |
| Santa Clara, CA | 27 mi | $59.76/hr | 133,132 |
| Sunnyvale, CA | 28 mi | $59.76/hr | 156,792 |
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in California · Cath Lab Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in California
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.
Other healthcare roles in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do cath lab technologists make in Santa Cruz, CA?
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).
Where do cath lab technologists work in Santa Cruz?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Santa Cruz, led by Dominican Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Santa Cruz as a cath lab technologist?
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.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Santa Cruz?
The federal per diem benchmark in Santa Cruz is $148 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Cath Lab Tech pay reportSanta Cruz, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Palomar HealthEscondido, CA · 2 postings$70.48/ hr$58–$83
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 3 postings$69.44/ hr$48–$83
- Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare SystemSalinas, CA · 3 postings$65.39/ hr$35–$82
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$45Median$65.39High$83
13 Cath Lab Tech postings with published pay in California, 13 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 Cath Lab Tech roles
- 1201 - Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technician - PDPer diem$35.32–$39.83/ hour
- Cardiovascular Tech III (EP Tech) - Cardiac Cath Lab - Sharp Memorial Hospital - Days - Full TimePermanent$51.31–$66.21/ hour
+ 11 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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