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Certified OB Tech
Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center

$1,806/week
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Certified OB Tech

Job Overview

  • Specialty: Surgical Services
  • Location: Escondido, California
  • Employment type: Travel/Contract
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours
  • Weekly hours: 36
  • Schedule notes: Weekends required; call and float possible
  • Local candidates: No locals

Required Qualifications

  • 2 years of related OB Tech experience
  • Certified Surgical Tech credential: CST or NCCT
  • Drivers license or state ID with address
  • 7-year background check
  • Employment application
  • 2 references within 3 years of hire from a manager, supervisor, or charge RN
  • Skills checklist

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of related experience
  • Bilingual Spanish

Required Health / Compliance Items

  • Physical exam or statement of health within 1 year of start, signed by an MD, DO, PA, or NP
  • Fit mask within 12 months of start
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray
  • Immunity or documentation for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella
  • Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start
  • Flu vaccination documentation or declination
  • COVID vaccination is preferred, with declination available if unvaccinated

Other Notes

  • HIPAA acknowledgement required
  • Online orientation required
  • Badge photo required before start

Facility

Palomar Medical Center

4.1rating(48 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Palomar Medical Center

4.0rating

Pros

The unit is traveler friendly.

Cons

There is no schedule flexibility.

Monique C
Monique C
Labor and Delivery (RN)
Dec '25
Review of Palomar Medical Center on Jun 29, 2026
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DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 485 beds
ADDRESS2185 Citracado ParkwayEscondido, CA 92029
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About Escondido, CA

As a Travel Certified Surgical Technologist in Escondido, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
  • Wages are generally competitive with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer highs average around 85°F, while winter lows average around 40°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
  • Options can be found through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited, but there are bus services within the city.
Demographics
  • Escondido has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
  • The city has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • The city offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, and there are local art galleries and music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing and hiking, and outdoor activities are abundant with several parks and recreational areas nearby.
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