Travel Contract

OR Tech
Bakersfield, California
Mercy Hospital Downtown

$1,523-1,675/week
Posted 7 hours ago
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Travel Surgical Tech Job

Overview

  • Location: Bakersfield, California
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Days
  • Hours: 36 per week
  • Schedule options: 5x8s or 4x10s, depending on the open position

Required Qualifications

  • 2 years of experience in the specialty
  • Active BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • CST preferred

Job Responsibilities

  • Scrub for surgery cases
  • Set up and maintain a sterile field
  • Perform surgical tech duties across all surgery specialties

Assignment Details

  • Heavy case mix includes neuro, ortho, endo, and vascular
  • Robotics are required
  • Will take call
  • May float to the downtown campus as needed
  • First to float
  • Forced call may occur if staffing cannot be covered, though this is rare

Facility

Mercy Hospital Downtown

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 222 beds
ADDRESS2215 Truxtun AvenueBakersfield, CA 93301
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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Bakersfield's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
  • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
  • The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
  • Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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