
OR Tech in San Diego, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,594/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $44.28
- Weekly
- $1,594
- Yearly (full-time)
- $82,888
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $44.28/hour — 34% 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
- 2,041 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 69 of them in San Diego.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.81/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.03/hour across 357 jobs).
Job description
Join us as an operating room surgical technologist in the vibrant city of San Diego, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting surgical teams during complex procedures. This 13-week contract offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, professional environment, providing assistance with orthopedic, neuro, and robotic surgeries. The schedule is based on 12-hour day shifts, with responsibilities that include preparing instruments, assisting in case setup, and ensuring all surgical counts and documentation are accurately maintained. This role requires a proactive approach, with the chance to see your meticulous work contribute directly to patient outcomes in a lively, supportive setting.
Weather:
Expect mild, enjoyable weather year-round around San Diego, characterized by warm sunny days and cool evenings, creating a pleasant climate ideal for outdoor adventures or relaxing after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Beach Day at La Jolla Shores
- Visit Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo
- Day trip to Temecula Wine Country
- Explore Cabrillo National Monument
- Kayaking in Mission Bay
Job Specifics:
Location: San Diego, CA
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks (full-time commitment)
Hours per week: 36 hours, with scheduled on-call hours including weekends and weekdays in a 4-week period. On-call requires a 30-minute response time, and some shifts may be canceled without pay per policy.
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