Cath Lab Tech Jobs in Illinois

Cath lab tech jobs in Illinois are consistently active, concentrated in hospital-based cardiac catheterization labs, large health systems, and academic medical centers, with openings at every level from entry-level tech to senior lead. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford are the state's primary hiring hubs, where institutions like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare maintain established cath lab programs. The most in-demand specialties include interventional cardiology support, electrophysiology procedures, and peripheral vascular work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles58
Top employerOSF HealthCare
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring22
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Clinical Supervisor - Cardiac Cath Lab
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Clinical Supervisor - Cardiac Cath Lab
Olympia Fields Hospital
Olympia Fields, Illinois
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Healthcare Administration
$36.75 - $55.7/hr
BLS Certification

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Technologist, Cardiac Cath Lab & Interventional Radiology - Day Shift
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Technologist, Cardiac Cath Lab & Interventional Radiology - Day Shift
Mercyhealth
Rockford, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$32.47 - $51.68/hr
ARRT (R) Certification
5,001-10,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cath Lab
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cath Lab
Advocate Aurora Health
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38.2 - $57.3/hr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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PHS-8423 Cath Lab Rad Tech
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PHS-8423 Cath Lab Rad Tech
Precision Scans Inc
Shorewood, Illinois
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
$65 - $70/hr
ARRT (CI) Certification

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Interventional Tech Cath Lab
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Interventional Tech Cath Lab
Ascension
Chicago, Illinois
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
$40.51 - $56.45/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Cath Lab Tech Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
12 jobs
Rockford
7 jobs
Peoria
6 jobs
Naperville
4 jobs
Olympia Fields
4 jobs
Bloomington
3 jobs
Springfield
3 jobs
Normal
2 jobs
O'Fallon
2 jobs

Cath Lab Tech Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

OSF HealthCare8 open roles
Advocate Aurora Health8 open roles
Mercyhealth4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Transportation & Logistics

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in cath lab tech jobs across Illinois.

  • Active RCIS or ARRT(CV) certification recognized by Illinois employers for cath lab practice
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in cardiovascular technology or a related allied health field
  • Hands-on experience scrubbing or circulating in a cardiac catheterization laboratory setting
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification required by most Illinois hospital employers
  • Familiarity with hemodynamic monitoring equipment and cath lab imaging systems
  • Ability to work on-call rotations including nights and weekends as required by Illinois facilities

Cath Lab Tech Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cath lab tech in Illinois?

To become a cath lab tech in Illinois, you complete an accredited cardiovascular technology or radiologic technology program, then earn a nationally recognized credential such as the RCIS from Cardiovascular Credentialing International or the ARRT(CV) designation. Illinois does not issue a separate state license for cath lab techs, so employers rely on these national credentials. Most Illinois hospital systems require candidates to hold at least one of these before starting.

How much do cath lab teches make in Illinois?

Cath lab teches in Illinois earn a median of about $61,870 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,550 for the lowest 10% to over $105,150 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire cath lab techs in Illinois?

Employers hiring cath lab techs in Illinois right now include OSF HealthCare, Advocate Aurora Health, and Mercyhealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers tend to post the most consistent volume of cath lab openings across the state.

Which Illinois cities have the most cath lab tech jobs?

Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria have the most cath lab tech openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates the count because of its dense concentration of major academic medical centers and large health systems, while Peoria and Rockford draw volume from regional anchor institutions like OSF HealthCare and Mercyhealth, which serve broad catchment areas with active cardiac programs.

Are there remote cath lab tech jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Cath lab tech work is inherently hands-on and performed at the bedside in a sterile procedure room, so the vast majority of roles require full on-site presence. About 0% of cath lab tech openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically cover administrative, quality review, or education and training functions rather than direct procedural work.

How can I get hired as a cath lab tech in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a cath lab technologist trainee or cardiovascular tech new-graduate role at a large Illinois health system. Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare periodically run structured new-grad onboarding for candidates still in the credentialing process. Lateral moves from roles such as surgical technologist, radiology tech, or cardiac monitor tech are common entry points. Completing an RCIS or ARRT(CV) credential, even as a student, significantly strengthens an application at Illinois facilities that offer training support.

Where can I find and apply to cath lab tech jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to cath lab tech jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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