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Cardiovascular Tech
CommonSpirit Health · Federal Way, WA
$48.44–$83.53/ hour
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Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Federal Way, WA
Pay for cath lab technologists in the Federal Way area centers on $40.38 per hour, or about $83,980 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.66 and the upper quarter over $59.98. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Federal Way. That ranks 27th of 181 U.S. metro areas for cath lab technologist pay, and 77th of 170 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Federal Way and what they pay.
- $40.38median pay per hour, Seattle
- $30–$60typical range per hour
- 640cath lab technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 10% above the Washington statewide median of $36.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 640 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.04 | $54,160 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.66 | $61,690 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.38 | $83,980 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $59.98 | $124,760 | 85% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $65.87 | $137,010 | 104% above U.S. median |
How Federal Way ranks
- 27th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 77th of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Washington 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 Federal Way
- Overall prices in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.38 median hour buys what $36.33 buys at the national price level, 12% 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.
Estimate your Federal Way paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,454
- Per year: $72,684
- Per month: $6,057
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Federal Way
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $208 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,100 |
| 13-week assignment | $27,300 |
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 Federal Way
CMS lists 1 hospital in Federal Way, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Community Hospital Federal Way, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, WA | 6 mi | $40.38/hr | 85,513 |
| Tacoma, WA | 7 mi | $40.38/hr | 228,202 |
| Lacey, WA | 28 mi | $36.76/hr | 58,644 |
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Washington · Cath Lab Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Washington
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Washington 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 Federal Way, WA?
Cath Lab Technologists in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area have a median pay of $40.38 per hour, about $83,980 a year. The middle half earn between $29.66 and $59.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Federal Way a good place for cath lab technologists once cost of living is counted?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ranks 77th of 170 metro areas for cath lab technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 27th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring cath lab technologists in Federal Way?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Federal Way. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Federal Way.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Federal Way as a cath lab technologist?
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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 Federal Way?
The federal per diem benchmark in Federal Way is $208 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,100 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 Federal Way?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthFEDERAL WAY, WA · 2 postings$64.19/ hr$47–$84
- MultiCareAuburn, WA · 20 postings$62.98/ hr$47–$82
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$47Median$62.98High$82
22 Cath Lab Tech postings with published pay in Washington, 15 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 22 Cath Lab Tech roles
- Cardiovascular TechPermanent$48.44–$83.53/ hour
- Cardiovascular Technologist Pulse Procedural Float Pool Cath Lab/IRPermanent$47.25–$78.09/ hour
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