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CATH LAB TECH
Universal Health Services · West Palm Beach, FL
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Cath Lab Technologist jobs in West Palm Beach, FL
Cath Lab Technologists in the West Palm Beach area earn a median of $24.00 per hour, about $49,920 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.78 and $40.99. That ranks 143rd of 181 U.S. metro areas for cath lab technologist pay, and 163rd of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in West Palm Beach. Tell us your role and we email current openings near West Palm Beach.
- $24.00median pay per hour, Miami
- $19–$41typical range per hour
- 1,300cath lab technologists employed in the metro area
- 114cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Cath Lab Technologist pay in West Palm Beach, FL
The metro median is 22% below the Florida statewide median of $30.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 1,300 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.18).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.81 | $37,040 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.78 | $39,060 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.00 | $49,920 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.99 | $85,260 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.28 | $102,500 | 52% above U.S. median |
How West Palm Beach ranks
- 143rd of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 163rd of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 14th 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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- Overall prices in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach run 14% above the U.S. average (index 114.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 56% above the U.S. average (index 155.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.00 median hour buys what $21.02 buys at the national price level, 35% 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 West Palm Beach paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$864
- Per year: $43,200
- Per month: $3,600
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in West Palm Beach
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,890 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,570 |
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).
Hospitals in West Palm Beach
CMS lists 3 hospitals in West Palm Beach, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of cath lab technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W Palm Beach Va Medical Center West Palm Beach, FL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Medical Center West Palm Beach, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mary's Medical Center West Palm Beach, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
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 Beach Gardens, FL | 8 mi | $24.00/hr | 63,284 |
| Wellington, FL | 11 mi | $24.00/hr | 63,258 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do cath lab technologists make in West Palm Beach, FL?
Cath Lab Technologists in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area have a median pay of $24.00 per hour, about $49,920 a year. The middle half earn between $18.78 and $40.99 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is West Palm Beach a good place for cath lab technologists once cost of living is counted?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach ranks 163rd of 170 metro areas for cath lab technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 143rd of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Where do cath lab technologists work in West Palm Beach?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in West Palm Beach, led by W Palm Beach Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach?
The federal per diem benchmark in West Palm Beach is $184 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,890 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 West Palm Beach?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in West Palm Beach and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near West Palm Beach.
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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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2What they are offering now
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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