Travel Surgical Tech - $2188 / Week

AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking an experienced Surgical Tech for an exciting Travel Allied job in La Jolla, CA. Shift: 10 hr days Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks Pay: $2188 / Week

Job Description & Requirements
Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Travel - (Surg Tech - OR)
StartDate: 11/2/2026 Available Shifts: 10 D Pay Rate: $ - $

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

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 AMN Healthcare Allied:

AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates.

Testimonials:

• "Transitioning to travel PT was the best decision we have ever made! It has allowed us to travel the country, get engaged, and meet so many amazing people along the way. Thank you, AMN, for turning our lives into a constant adventure" - Derek Olson and Lucia Valenzuela (PT Team)
• "Being a travel occupational therapist has opened so many new doors for me. I've gotten to live in so many incredible states, experience local culture, food, nature, all kinds of new people, work in all different job settings, and make connections all over the country. I'm so thankful that I get to do this!" - Amy Schaller (OT)
• "I have enjoyed my time as a travel PT as it has allowed me to visit new places, gain new experiences, and meet amazing people along the way." - William (PT)
• "I love being a Medical Laboratory Travel Technologist because it gives me an opportunity to see the world. Not only do I get to see and live in cities all over the us but traveling has afforded me (and my dog) opportunities to see parts of the world I never dreamed of. Whether for work or fun we’re always someplace amazing" - Stacie (Med Lab Tech)