Cath Lab Tech Jobs in California
Cath lab tech jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in large health systems, academic medical centers, and cardiovascular specialty hospitals serving one of the highest-density patient populations in the nation, with openings from entry-level technologists through lead and senior positions. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers like Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UCSF Health, and Scripps Health maintain lasting cardiovascular programs. The most in-demand specialties are interventional cardiology support, electrophysiology lab procedures, and peripheral vascular work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Cardiovascular Technologist – Cath Lab in Saint Helena, California. This travel assignment starts November 9, 2026 and runs for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,737 to $2,854 with guaranteed hours of 36 per week. The position follows a day shift on a 5x8 schedule within a short-term acute care hospital setting, supporting invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems and related imaging and therapeutic procedures. This assignment is managed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,737 – $2,854 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Day shift, 5x8 schedule
- Start date: November 9, 2026
- Setting: Short-term acute care hospital
- Assignment support: through Healthforce Healthcare LLC
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians with invasive and non-invasive cardiovascular and pulmonary diagnostic tests; operate x-ray and physiological equipment; document results in the patient record.
- Operate specialty procedure equipment (C-arm, angiographic injectors) and adjust technical factors as needed; uphold radiation safety principles and immobilization techniques.
- Scrub and monitor during structural heart, vascular, diagnostic, and emergent cath procedures; support during complex or specialized cases; provide procedural assistance as directed.
- Monitor patient vital signs throughout procedures; maintain sterile technique and adhere to infection control protocols.
- Maintain and troubleshoot cath lab equipment; assist with administration of opaque media via catheter or direct injection; document test results in the electronic health record (EPIC experience preferred).
Requirements
- Education: Associate’s Degree or equivalent; preferred one year catheterization experience
- Licenses/Certifications: ARRT-R (Radiography) certification; Radiologic Technologist license in California; California fluoroscopy license required within 6 months of hire; BLS/CPR certification from an approved vendor
- Experience: At least two years of recent field experience; experience scrubbing and monitoring structural heart, vascular, diagnostic, emergent cath cases; EPIC experience preferred
- Additional: Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital setting and, if applicable, on-call as required by assignment
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to expedite start
- Ongoing assignment support and scheduling coordination
- Direct payroll support and timely pay processing
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If you’d like to explore additional openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please apply or visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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Cardiovascular Technologist – Cath Lab in Saint Helena, California. This travel assignment starts November 9, 2026 and runs for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,737 to $2,854 with guaranteed hours of 36 per week. The position follows a day shift on a 5x8 schedule within a short-term acute care hospital setting, supporting invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems and related imaging and therapeutic procedures. This assignment is managed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,737 – $2,854 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Day shift, 5x8 schedule
- Start date: November 9, 2026
- Setting: Short-term acute care hospital
- Assignment support: through Healthforce Healthcare LLC
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians with invasive and non-invasive cardiovascular and pulmonary diagnostic tests; operate x-ray and physiological equipment; document results in the patient record.
- Operate specialty procedure equipment (C-arm, angiographic injectors) and adjust technical factors as needed; uphold radiation safety principles and immobilization techniques.
- Scrub and monitor during structural heart, vascular, diagnostic, and emergent cath procedures; support during complex or specialized cases; provide procedural assistance as directed.
- Monitor patient vital signs throughout procedures; maintain sterile technique and adhere to infection control protocols.
- Maintain and troubleshoot cath lab equipment; assist with administration of opaque media via catheter or direct injection; document test results in the electronic health record (EPIC experience preferred).
Requirements
- Education: Associate’s Degree or equivalent; preferred one year catheterization experience
- Licenses/Certifications: ARRT-R (Radiography) certification; Radiologic Technologist license in California; California fluoroscopy license required within 6 months of hire; BLS/CPR certification from an approved vendor
- Experience: At least two years of recent field experience; experience scrubbing and monitoring structural heart, vascular, diagnostic, emergent cath cases; EPIC experience preferred
- Additional: Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital setting and, if applicable, on-call as required by assignment
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to expedite start
- Ongoing assignment support and scheduling coordination
- Direct payroll support and timely pay processing
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore additional openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please apply or visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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The qualifications that appear most often in cath lab tech jobs across California.
- Current RCIS or RCES credential from Cardiovascular Credentialing International required or preferred
- Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology or radiologic technology program
- Hands-on experience scrubbing and circulating in a cardiac catheterization lab
- Active BLS and ACLS certification required before start date
- Familiarity with hemodynamic monitoring systems and fluoroscopy equipment
- Strong knowledge of sterile technique and radiation safety protocols
Cath Lab Tech Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cath lab tech in California?
Most California employers require completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, or related allied health program, followed by obtaining the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credential through Cardiovascular Credentialing International. California does not issue a separate state license for cath lab techs, but many positions require a California Radiologic Technology license from the California Department of Public Health if fluoroscopy is performed. Completing a clinical internship at a California hospital system significantly strengthens your candidacy.
How much do cath lab teches make in California?
Cath lab teches in California earn a median of about $78,170 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $54,720 for the lowest 10% to over $157,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cath lab techs in California?
Employers hiring cath lab techs in California right now include Adventist Health, White Glove Placement, and Tenet Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive consistent demand year-round, particularly those with high-volume interventional cardiology and electrophysiology programs.
Which California cities have the most cath lab tech jobs?
The cities with the most cath lab tech openings in California are Los Angeles, Lynwood, and Visalia. Los Angeles leads due to the sheer volume of major hospital systems and specialty cardiovascular centers concentrated there, while San Francisco and San Diego benefit from large academic medical centers and established regional health networks that maintain active cath lab staffing.
Are there remote cath lab tech jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Cath lab tech work is inherently hands-on and performed in a sterile procedural suite, so the role cannot be done remotely in its primary form. About 33% of cath lab tech openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve applications support, sales training, or clinical education rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a cath lab tech in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a cath lab tech internship or new-graduate training program at a large California health system such as Kaiser Permanente, Cedars-Sinai, or Dignity Health, which periodically run structured onboarding for candidates from cardiovascular technology or radiologic technology programs. Moving laterally from an echo tech, scrub tech, or cardiovascular monitoring role is another common route. Holding a current RCIS credential or a California Radiologic Technology license gives candidates a clear edge even without direct cath lab experience.
Where can I find and apply to cath lab tech jobs in California?
You can find and apply to cath lab tech jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from hospitals and health systems across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through the listings.
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