Surf, Shop, and Support Surgeries in Stunning La Jolla!

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS
Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Travel - (Surg Tech - OR)
StartDate: 11/2/2026 Available Shifts: 12 D Pay Rate: $2088.00 - $2195.00

The Surgical Tech position in La Jolla, CA allows you to work in a dynamic operating room environment at the facility, supporting a wide range of surgical specialties including trauma, cardiovascular, orthopedics, and obstetrics. You will prepare operating rooms, ensure all supplies and equipment are sterile, and assist the surgical team throughout procedures. Required qualifications include completion of an accredited surgical technologist training program or at least 1 year of recent experience as a surgical technologist. You must hold a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification. Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems is needed. Recommended skills include excellent communication, basic computer proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and work well in a fast-paced, high-stress team environment. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, the AMN Passport app with 24/7 assistance, and operates with higher ethical standards as a publicly traded company. Apply now to join this Travel Surgical Tech assignment in La Jolla, CA.

Required Qualifications
Surgical Technologist, OR
Experience: 2 years
Certifications: BLS-AHA(Copy needed); CERT-NBSTSA- CST(Copy needed)
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

FACILITY LOCATION
This famous, celebrity-studded upscale neighborhood offers the best of San Diego—a cool, comfortable Mediterranean climate, surfing, swimming, and a multitude of watersports. Here you’ll also find world-class shopping and dining, European-style luxury resorts, and easy access to downtown San Diego’s sporting and cultural events.

JOB BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

* Competitive pay rates
* Free, quality, private housing
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* 401(k) and Flex Spending
* Life Insurance
* Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
* Free Continuing Education
* Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Surgical Technologist, OR
Experience: 2 years
Certifications: BLS-AHA(Copy needed); CERT-NBSTSA- CST(Copy needed)
References: 1 Reference in entire work history