PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Mercy · Wisconsin
$32.47–$51.68/ hour
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Waukesha, WI
Cath Lab Technologists in the Waukesha area earn a median of $38.14 per hour, about $79,330 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.70 and $49.04. That ranks 46th of 181 U.S. metro areas for cath lab technologist pay, and 53rd of 170 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Waukesha. The free report below lists employers near Waukesha and what they pay.
- $38.14median pay per hour, Milwaukee
- $24–$49typical range per hour
- 480cath lab technologists employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Cath Lab Technologist pay in Waukesha, WI
The metro median is 16% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $33.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.34 per hour. BLS counts about 480 cardiovascular technologists and technicians employed in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.48).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.03 | $47,900 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.70 | $49,300 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.14 | $79,330 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.04 | $102,000 | 52% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.20 | $108,580 | 61% above U.S. median |
How Waukesha ranks
- 46th of 181 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 53rd of 170 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Wisconsin 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 Waukesha
- Overall prices in Milwaukee-Waukesha run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.14 median hour buys what $39.35 buys at the national price level, 22% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,373
- Per year: $68,652
- Per month: $5,721
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Waukesha
| 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).
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Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Waukesha as they open.
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Cath Lab Tech
Mercy · Wisconsin
$32.47–$48.70/ hour
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Hospitals in Waukesha
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waukesha, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waukesha Memorial Hospital Waukesha, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Waukesha County Mental Health Ctr Waukesha, WI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Allis, WI | 11 mi | $38.14/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 15 mi | $38.14/hr | 563,531 |
| Racine, WI | 29 mi | $33.00/hr | 78,057 |
| Kenosha, WI | 35 mi | $33.00/hr | 99,578 |
| Janesville, WI | 45 mi | $33.00/hr | 66,428 |
| Waukegan, IL | 48 mi | $37.83/hr | 88,570 |
Cath Lab Technologist jobs in Wisconsin · Cath Lab Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wisconsin 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 Waukesha, WI?
Cath Lab Technologists in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area have a median pay of $38.14 per hour, about $79,330 a year. The middle half earn between $23.70 and $49.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Waukesha a good place for cath lab technologists once cost of living is counted?
Milwaukee-Waukesha ranks 53rd of 170 metro areas for cath lab technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 46th of 181 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do cath lab technologists work in Waukesha?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waukesha, led by Waukesha Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Waukesha as a cath lab technologist?
RCIS or RCES credential, or ARRT with cardiovascular training. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 Waukesha?
The federal per diem benchmark in Waukesha 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 Waukesha?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MercyWisconsin · 2 postings$41.34/ hr$32–$52
- 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$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.
3Open now: 2 Cath Lab Tech roles
- Cardiac Cath Lab TechnologistPermanent$32.47–$51.68/ hour
- Cath Lab TechPermanent$32.47–$48.70/ hour
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