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Cath Lab Technologist II
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$37.40–$55.63/ hour
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Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Arlington, TX
Cath Lab Technologists in the Arlington area earn a median of $23.24 per hour, about $48,340 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.92 and $37.31. That ranks 149th of 181 U.S. metro areas for cath lab technologist pay, and 156th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Arlington. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Arlington.
- $23.24median pay per hour, Dallas
- $21–$37typical range per hour
- 1,350cath lab technologists employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Cath Lab Technologist pay in Arlington, TX
The metro median is 1% above the Texas statewide median of $23.06 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 1,350 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.51 | $38,500 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.92 | $43,510 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.24 | $48,340 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.31 | $77,600 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.14 | $100,130 | 49% above U.S. median |
How Arlington ranks
- 149th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 156th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 10 Texas 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.
What your pay buys in Arlington
- Overall prices in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 117.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.24 median hour buys what $22.54 buys at the national price level, 30% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$837
- Per year: $41,832
- Per month: $3,486
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Arlington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $181 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,827 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,751 |
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).
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Cath Lab Technologist II
CommonSpirit Health · Lufkin, TX
$32.30–$48.05/ hour
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Cath Lab Technologist I
CommonSpirit Health · Lufkin, TX
$29.36–$43.68/ hour
Hospitals in Arlington
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Arlington, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital Arlington, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Texas Health Heart & Vascular Hospital Arlington Arlington, TX | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | No |
| Medical City Arlington Arlington, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi Arlington, TX | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Usmd Hospital At Arlington L P Arlington, TX | Acute care | Other | Not rated | Yes |
| Millwood Hospital Arlington, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of Arlington Arlington, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Prairie, TX | 6 mi | $23.24/hr | 207,331 |
| Mansfield, TX | 9 mi | $23.24/hr | 80,803 |
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Texas · Cath Lab Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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 Arlington, TX?
Cath Lab Technologists in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area have a median pay of $23.24 per hour, about $48,340 a year. The middle half earn between $20.92 and $37.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Arlington a good place for cath lab technologists once cost of living is counted?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington ranks 156th of 170 metro areas for cath lab technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 149th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do cath lab technologists work in Arlington?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Arlington, led by Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Arlington as a cath lab technologist?
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Arlington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Arlington is $181 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,827 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthLUFKIN, TX · 3 postings$40.17/ hr$29–$56
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$40.17High$56
3 Cath Lab Tech postings with published pay in Texas, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Cath Lab Tech roles
- Cath Lab Technologist IIPermanent$37.40–$55.63/ hour
- Cath Lab Technologist IIPermanent$32.30–$48.05/ hour
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