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Prime Staffing

Travel Cath Lab Tech

Oak Park, IL · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Oak Park, Illinois. & Requirements * Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start ...

Mission Hospital

Cath Lab - Cath Lab Tech

Glenview, IL · On-site

$3.3K/wk

Details Client Name Glenbrook Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Cath Lab Specialty Cath Lab Tech Job ID 37786010 Job Title Cath Lab - Cath Lab Tech Weekly Pay $3382.93 Shift Details ...

Mission Hospital

Radiology - Cath Lab Tech

Glenview, IL · On-site

$3.0K/wk

Details Client Name Glenbrook Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Radiology Specialty Cath Lab Tech Job ID 36406799 Job Title Radiology - Cath Lab Tech Weekly Pay $3086.89 Shift ...

Mission Hospital

Tech - Cath Lab Tech

Glenview, IL · On-site

$3.5K/wk

Details Client Name Glenbrook Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Tech Specialty Cath Lab Tech Job ID 37786199 Job Title Tech - Cath Lab Tech Weekly Pay $3506.37 Shift Details Shift ...

Mission Hospital

Radiology - Cath Lab Tech

Glenview, IL · On-site

$3.0K/wk

Details Client Name Glenbrook Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Radiology Specialty Cath Lab Tech Job ID 36406799 Job Title Radiology - Cath Lab Tech Weekly Pay $3086.89 Shift ...

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How much do travel lab tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for travel lab tech in Chicago, IL is $23.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.85 and $25.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a travel lab tech?

Travel lab techs, or traveling laboratory technicians, are medical professionals who work on short-term assignments in different healthcare facilities, often in various cities or states. They perform laboratory tests and procedures to help diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. These assignments typically last from a few weeks to several months and allow lab techs to gain diverse experience while filling staffing shortages. Travel lab techs must be adaptable, organized, and comfortable working in new environments. They are usually contracted through staffing agencies and receive benefits like housing stipends and travel reimbursements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a travel lab tech?

To thrive as a Travel Lab Tech, you need a solid background in laboratory sciences, typically supported by an associate's or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology and relevant certification (such as ASCP or AMT). Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), specimen processing equipment, and quality control protocols is essential. Excellent communication, adaptability, and time management skills help you integrate quickly into new environments and collaborate with diverse teams. These skills and qualities ensure accurate test results, efficient workflow, and successful adaptation to the varying demands of different healthcare settings.

What are some common challenges travel lab techs face when adapting to new work environments?

Travel Lab Techs often encounter the challenge of quickly adjusting to different laboratory protocols, equipment, and team dynamics at each new assignment. Every facility may use unique systems or follow slightly different procedures, so strong adaptability and effective communication are essential. Additionally, building rapport with new coworkers and understanding specific expectations can take time, but these skills improve with experience. Embracing flexibility and maintaining a proactive approach help ensure smooth transitions and successful assignments.

Can you travel as a travel lab tech?

Travel lab technicians often travel to different locations to collect samples, perform tests, or set up laboratory equipment. The role typically requires flexibility, good communication skills, and sometimes a valid driver's license or travel certifications. Travel frequency varies depending on the employer and specific job requirements.

What type of travel lab tech makes the most money?

Senior travel lab technicians with specialized skills, such as molecular diagnostics or microbiology, tend to earn higher salaries. Experience, certifications, and working in high-demand or specialized environments also contribute to increased earnings for travel lab techs.

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Travel Lab Tech jobs near you
Infographic showing various Travel Lab Tech job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 17% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,314 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Travel Cath Lab Tech

Olympia Fields Hospital

Olympia Fields, IL • On-site

$2.9K/wk

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Travel Cath Lab Tech in Olympia Fields, IL

This travel Cath Lab Tech job in Olympia Fields, IL with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Cath Lab Tech contract at OLYMPIA FIELDS HOSPITAL. This role pays $2,994 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule.

In this travel Cath Lab Tech job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1.

Job Details
  • Facility: OLYMPIA FIELDS HOSPITAL
  • Location: Olympia Fields, IL
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (3x12)
Travel Cath Lab Tech Requirements:
  • 2+ years of recent Cath Lab Tech experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Illinois and national regulatory bodies.
Benefits
  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Explore Olympia Fields, IL

In Chicago's south suburbs, Olympia Fields leans on Franciscan Health Olympia Fields for inpatient care while feeding the broader metropolitan network beyond the downtown core. To meet local demand, community facilities regularly bring in allied travelers for surgical centers and outpatient imaging centers that absorb overflow from the city's hospitals. The suburb's placement keeps a predictable daily commute and leaves regional transit corridors, including the Metra Electric line, within easy reach. For longer time off, clinicians can run into Chicago for deep-dish and Millennium Park, or take the interstate toward Indianapolis. The payoff is a dense, active suburban caseload paired with an easier daily commute than a downtown Chicago placement would typically bring.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the "Gold Standard" in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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