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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in San Luis Obispo for STs

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,787 to $1,969
Weekly Pay*
Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Associate?s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Scrub technician experience: Preferred Operating room experience and/or training course: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Surgery Technician certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred Essential Functions: Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization. Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested. Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties. Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,700 to $1,874
Weekly Pay*
Description: Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time Yosemite Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Facilitates physician’s performance of invasive and therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Handles the instruments supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly monitoring the maintenance of the sterile field. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Associate Degree or Certificate of Program Completion in Surgical Technology: Required Relevant acute care experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: National Board of Surgical Technologists or Association of Surgical Technologists certified: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR or Basic Life Support BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS certification: Preferred Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS certification: Required Tech in Surgery NCCT-ST or Certified Surgical Technologist CST: Required Essential Functions: Verifies surgery to be performed with consent forms and brings patient to assigned operating room. Passes instruments to surgeon during proced Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Associate?s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Scrub technician experience: Preferred Operating room experience and/or training course: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Surgery Technician certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred Essential Functions: Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization. Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested. Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties. Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 93 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,991 to $2,194
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Thousand Oaks, California – 91360
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 129 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,066 to $2,276
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Labor and Delivery (LD) unit is looking for the right individual to join their team. Unit has 9 LDRs and 4 additional beds for triage and outpatient testing 400+ bed Level 2 Trauma center located in an upscale LA suburb, close to Malibu & Calabasas
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Los Angeles, California – 90015
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 161 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,148 to $2,367
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 170 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Redwood City, California – 94063
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 176 miles
  • 8 E,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 14
$2,289 to $2,523
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive Order to AMN, This accredited hospital, provides a wide range of specialized services including cardiology, chronic conditions management, and neuro-interventional radiology. Located in beautiful Redwood City, California, and only 45 minutes from the city of San Francisco, is an entertainment destination. Providing entertainment in Theater, music, dance, cultural arts, and more. Make Redwood City your next travel destination. The OR Tech candidate must have Orthopedic experience with Total Hips, Total Knees. Preferred skills are Neuro experience including Craniotomy and Laminectomy experience.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Pleasanton, California – 94588
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 178 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,808 to $1,992
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare formed in 2015 when ValleyCare Health System became part of Stanford Health Care. Now, we combine the expertise of local physicians with the innovative strength of Stanford Health Care. This provides the community an ideal collaboration between community medicine and leading-edge specialty care. Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare continues the mission to heal humanity through science and compassion, one patient at a time. A Brief Overview: The Surgical Technologist acts as a member of the surgical team in providing patient care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. Prepare the appropriate instrumentation and materials for use on the surgical field, passing instruments to the surgeon during the procedure and room turnover. Perform surgical scrub duties as directed under supervision.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mammoth Lakes, California – 93546
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 188 miles
  • 12 E,
  • February 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,711 to $1,886
Weekly Pay*
Mammoth Hospital today is proud to have a driven, unified team of professionals and staff dedicated to providing quality health care today and well into the future.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • South San Francisco, California – 94080
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 190 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,426 to $2,673
Weekly Pay*
Center of Excellence for gastic cancer and hand surgery. This hospital has been named a 2012 Leapfrog Top Hospital, which evaluates safety and top physician and nurse staffing. Enjoy the California weather while exploring the cultural, artistic, and leisure opportunities that add to a vibrant metropolitan region. The unit holds a 5 bed Main OR and 1 Cysto Procedure Room, with a daily census of 10-25 cases. Patient dianosis Ortho/total joint, bariatrics, general surgery, head Neck surgery, plastics reconstructive, urology, GYN and vascular cases.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Fontana, California – 92335
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 201 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$2,186 to $2,409
Weekly Pay*
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Fontana, California – 92335
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 201 miles
  • 8 E,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$2,186 to $2,409
Weekly Pay*
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • San Bernardino, California – 92411
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 208 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,849 to $2,038
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right tech to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Reno, Nevada – 89520
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 297 miles
  • 10 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,486 to $1,638
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Reno, Nevada – 89520
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 297 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,447 to $1,594
Weekly Pay*
Should be well versed in ortho, general, gyn, urology, spine and robotic assisted procedures. Needs to have experience with the robotic surgical system, DaVinci. Call requirement of one weeknight per week and three weekend nights per month.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Klamath Falls, Oregon – 97601
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 483 miles
  • 10 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,024 to $2,231
Weekly Pay*
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Chandler, Arizona – 85224
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 521 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,383 to $1,524
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Springfield, Oregon – 97477
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 618 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,103 to $2,317
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Grand Junction, Colorado – 81505
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 715 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 29, 2025
  • 8
$1,707 to $1,881
Weekly Pay*
Community Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, is a full-service, acute care hospital licensed for 60 beds. As part of the Colorado West Healthcare System, we are a Level III Trauma Center that offers full outpatient diagnostic services and inpatient care for the Western Slope region of Colorado and eastern Utah. Community Hospital brings together expert staff and world-class technology in a healing, family-centered environment.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Tillamook, Oregon – 97141
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 723 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,430 to $1,575
Weekly Pay*
Located off the beautiful Oregon Coast, Adventist Health Tillamook has been one of the area’s leading healthcare providers since 1950. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access medical center, rural health and urgent care medical offices, home care services, and a vast scope of services located throughout Tillamook County and the surrounding areas. Tillamook is known for its small-town charm, lively art scene and delicious Tillamook Cheese. The allure of Tillamook’s community is complimented by access to outdoor adventures and the scenic Oregon Coast. Job Summary: Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Associate?s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Scrub technician experience: Preferred Operating room experience and/or training course: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Surgery Technician certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred Department Specific License/Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST): Required Essential Functions: Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization. Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested. Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties. Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Tacoma, Washington – 98405
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 832 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$2,139 to $2,357
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Vail, Colorado – 81657
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 838 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 12
$1,778 to $1,959
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Gig Harbor, Washington – 98332
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 839 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,610 to $1,774
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Englewood, Colorado – 80113
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 909 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,393 to $1,535
Weekly Pay*
400 bed Level 1 Trauma center & certified Stroke center 8 time winner of the National Research Corporation Consumer Choice Award and a Top 100 Hospital recognized by Reuters
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Statistics on OR ST Jobs in San Luis Obispo, California

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near San Luis Obispo. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the San Luis Obispo and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in San Luis Obispo and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for STs in San Luis Obispo, CA

What are the top paying Operating Room jobs currently available in or near San Luis Obispo?

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in San Luis Obispo?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 8 Hour Day shifts were the most common in San Luis Obispo and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in San Luis Obispo and nearby cities?

A: A 8 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in San Luis Obispo can make an average of $1,963 per week based on recent job availability.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near San Luis Obispo?

  • RadNet Central California – Hanford Imaging in Hanford (91.6 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Bakersfield PACE by IIH in Bakersfield (95.4 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Akeso Santa Maria in Santa Maria (28.8 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center in Bakersfield (89.5 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Adventist Health Hanford Hospital in Hanford (90.9 miles from San Luis Obispo)

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in San Luis Obispo?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in San Luis Obispo is 13.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in San Luis Obispo

In San Luis Obispo, facilities like RadNet Central California – Hanford Imaging, Bakersfield PACE by IIH and Akeso Santa Maria, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Fort Roosevelt (zip code 93232), Tara Mobile Estates (zip code 93230) and Bel Air Mobile Home Park (zip code 93232) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near San Luis Obispo’s OR job opportunities are Arroyo Grande (12 miles), Templeton (18.6 miles) and Santa Maria (26.1 miles). These are near to zip codes: 93401 (1.1 miles), 93465 (18.9 miles) and 93455 (28.8 miles).

San Luis Obispo Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 2 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in San Luis Obispo. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling OR nurse position in or nearby San Luis Obispo.

French Hospital Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
1911 Johnson Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 11
Address
1010 Murray Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.