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Cath Lab Tech
Ascension Health · Jacksonville, FL
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Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Jacksonville, FL
Pay for cath lab technologists in the Jacksonville area centers on $31.88 per hour, or about $66,310 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.95 and the upper quarter over $38.82. That ranks 97th of 181 U.S. metro areas for cath lab technologist pay, and 99th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Jacksonville.
- $31.88median pay per hour, Jacksonville
- $18–$39typical range per hour
- 620cath lab technologists employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Jacksonville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Cath Lab Technologist pay in Jacksonville, FL
The metro median is 4% above the Florida statewide median of $30.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 620 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Jacksonville metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.18 | $35,730 | 47% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.95 | $37,340 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.88 | $66,310 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.82 | $80,750 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.35 | $100,570 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Jacksonville ranks
- 97th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 99th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 17 Florida metro areas
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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Jacksonville
- Overall prices in Jacksonville run 1% below the U.S. average (index 99.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.88 median hour buys what $32.05 buys at the national price level, 1% below the national median.
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.
Estimate your Jacksonville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,148
- Per year: $57,384
- Per month: $4,782
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jacksonville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Jacksonville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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).
Hospitals in Jacksonville
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville, 4 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of cath lab technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent's Southside Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Shands Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent's Riverside Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Memorial Hospital Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nh Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| River Point Behavioral Health Jacksonville, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Wekiva Springs Jacksonville, FL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Coast, FL | 61 mi | $39.18/hr | 106,729 |
| Gainesville, FL | 61 mi | $37.51/hr | 148,720 |
| Ocala, FL | 85 mi | $36.09/hr | 70,251 |
| Daytona Beach, FL | 86 mi | $39.18/hr | 86,015 |
| Port Orange, FL | 93 mi | $39.18/hr | 66,556 |
| Valdosta, GA | 103 mi | $33.41/hr | 55,667 |
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Florida · Cath Lab Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida 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 Jacksonville
Jacksonville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do cath lab technologists make in Jacksonville, FL?
Cath Lab Technologists in the Jacksonville metro area have a median pay of $31.88 per hour, about $66,310 a year. The middle half earn between $17.95 and $38.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jacksonville a good place for cath lab technologists once cost of living is counted?
Jacksonville ranks 99th of 170 metro areas for cath lab technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 97th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do cath lab technologists work in Jacksonville?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville, led by Mayo Clinic. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Jacksonville as a cath lab technologist?
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Jacksonville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Jacksonville is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place cath lab technologists in Jacksonville?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- MultiCareAuburn, WA · 20 postings$62.98/ hr$47–$82
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 9 postings$55.00/ hr$50–$60
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Low$33Median$55.00High$64
80 Cath Lab Tech postings with published pay in the US, 68 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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