OR Tech in Los Angeles, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,205/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $33.47
- Weekly
- $1,205
- Yearly (full-time)
- $62,660
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $33.47/hour — 50% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California ($67.44/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, 36 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 California right now
- 2,369 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 245 of them in Los Angeles.
- Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $229/hour, median $65.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($72.10/hour across 432 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join an acute-care surgical services team in Los Angeles as an experienced surgical technologist. You will prepare operating rooms, maintain the sterile field, organize instruments and supplies, and support procedures throughout the surgical workflow. This 13-week travel assignment offers consistent 12-hour day shifts, no call, and no floating between units. The schedule includes one weekend shift every four weeks, giving you a dependable rhythm while you explore Southern California between assignments.
Weather:
Los Angeles typically offers mild, sunny weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. Light layers and a jacket for nighttime outings are usually practical.
Fun Things To Do:
• Beach Day: Spend the day exploring Santa Monica Pier, the shoreline, and nearby Venice.
• Griffith Park Adventure: Hike scenic trails, visit the observatory, and enjoy city views.
• Day Trip to Disneyland: Head to Anaheim for rides, entertainment, and themed attractions.
• Day Trip to Santa Barbara: Explore the waterfront, historic architecture, and local shops.
• Museum and Arts Day: Visit the Getty Center or explore the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Job Specifics:
Location: Los Angeles, California
Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, 36 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks
Requirements: Five years of experience, BLS, and NBSTSA or NCCT certification. One weekend shift is required every four weeks.
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