OR Tech in Columbia, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Columbia, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,561/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $39.02
- Weekly
- $1,561
- Yearly (full-time)
- $81,172
This job pays about $39.02/hour — 1% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri ($39.32/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri right now
- 1,143 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri from 6 agencies, 64 of them in Columbia.
- Pay in these listings: $13.38 – $85.76/hour, median $54.75/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Missouri: $39.32/hour ($81,786/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 3 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This 13-week travel assignment in surgical services is designed for a certified surgical technologist with at least 1.5 years of experience. You will prepare operating rooms, maintain the sterile field, organize instruments and supplies, and support the surgical team throughout procedures. The schedule includes four 10-hour day shifts, with a fair share of call, weekends, holidays, and rotating coverage as needed. First-time travelers are welcome, making this a practical opportunity to gain contract experience while exploring central Missouri.
Weather:
Columbia typically offers crisp, comfortable days around this time of year, with cool evenings, colorful foliage, and occasional rain. Layered clothing and a light jacket are useful for enjoying outdoor activities.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local Exploration: Walk the MKT Trail, explore downtown Columbia, and enjoy its restaurants, shops, and cultural venues.
• Outdoor Recreation: Spend an afternoon at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park hiking among wooded trails, caves, and natural rock formations.
• Day Trip: Visit Kansas City for museums, barbecue, shopping, and entertainment, approximately two hours from Columbia.
• Day Trip: Explore St. Louis attractions, including Forest Park, the Gateway Arch area, and its diverse dining scene.
• Scenic Getaway: Visit Lake of the Ozarks for hiking, lakeside views, boating, and relaxed outdoor recreation.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Columbia, Missouri
Shift: Day shift, four 10-hour shifts per week, 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Duration: 10 hours per shift, 40 hours per week, 13 weeks
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