Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Overland Park, KS
Cath Lab Technologists in the Overland Park area earn a median of $38.40 per hour, about $79,860 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $26.43 and $43.69. That ranks 41st of 181 U.S. metro areas for cath lab technologist pay, and 26th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Overland Park. The free report below lists employers near Overland Park and what they pay.
- $38.40median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $26–$44typical range per hour
- 420cath lab technologists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Cath Lab Technologist pay in Overland Park, KS
The metro median is 14% above the Kansas statewide median of $33.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 420 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Kansas City metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.30 | $44,300 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.43 | $54,970 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.40 | $79,860 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.69 | $90,880 | 35% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.08 | $104,170 | 55% above U.S. median |
How Overland Park ranks
- 41st of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 26th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
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 Overland Park
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.40 median hour buys what $41.49 buys at the national price level, 28% above 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.
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- Per year: $69,120
- Per month: $5,760
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Overland Park
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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 Overland Park
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Overland Park, 3 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of cath lab technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc Overland Park, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Overland Park Reg Med Ctr Overland Park, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Luke's South Hospital Overland Park, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Menorah Medical Center Overland Park, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Mercy South Overland Park, KS | Children's | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olathe, KS | 7 mi | $38.40/hr | 149,035 |
| Lenexa, KS | 8 mi | $38.40/hr | 59,427 |
| Lawrence, KS | 31 mi | $33.76/hr | 97,271 |
| Topeka, KS | 55 mi | $33.76/hr | 125,467 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 61 mi | $36.85/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 105 mi | $33.76/hr | 54,700 |
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Kansas · Cath Lab Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do cath lab technologists make in Overland Park, KS?
Cath Lab Technologists in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $38.40 per hour, about $79,860 a year. The middle half earn between $26.43 and $43.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Overland Park a good place for cath lab technologists once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 26th of 170 metro areas for cath lab technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do cath lab technologists work in Overland Park?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Overland Park, led by Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Overland Park as a cath lab technologist?
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Overland Park?
The federal per diem benchmark in Overland Park is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 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 Overland Park?
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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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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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