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Operating Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Travel Operating Room

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$2.8K - $3.0K/wk

Operating Room Location: San Rafael, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2868 - $3019 per week Shift: Flex Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 8-week Position: Operating Room (Travel ...

Travel Operating Room

Chico, CA · On-site

$1.8K - $1.9K/wk

Operating Room Location: Chico, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $1882 - $1981 per week Shift: 4x10 Flex Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room (Travel ...

Operating Room Nurse

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$40.25 - $54.75/hr

SUMMARY The Operating Room RN assists in the daily function of the operating room in accordance with established federal, state and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures.

Travel Operating Room

Apple Valley, CA · On-site

$2.2K - $2.3K/wk

Operating Room Location: Apple Valley, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2266 - $2385 per week Shift: 3x12 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room ...

Travel Operating Room

Los Banos, CA · On-site

$2.5K - $2.7K/wk

Operating Room Location: Los Banos, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2581 - $2717 per week Shift: 4x10 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room (Travel ...

Travel Operating Room

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$2.5K - $2.6K/wk

Operating Room Location: San Francisco, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2523 - $2655 per week Shift: 5x8 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room ...

Travel Operating Room

Castro Valley, CA · On-site

$2.6K - $2.8K/wk

Operating Room Location: Castro Valley, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2672 - $2812 per week Shift: 5x8 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room ...

Travel Operating Room

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$2.2K - $2.3K/wk

Operating Room Location: Santa Rosa, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2222 - $2339 per week Shift: 3x12 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room ...

Operating Room Technician

Torrance, CA · On-site

$31.68 - $37.44/hr

Operating Room Technician SkyBridge Healthcare is currently seeking Technician with Operating Room experience for a 13-week contract in Torrance, CA. SkyBridge Healthcare is a premier staffing firm ...

Travel Operating Room

Truckee, CA · On-site

$2.6K - $2.7K/wk

Operating Room Location: Truckee, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2639 - $2778 per week Shift: 4x10 Flex Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room (Travel ...

Travel Operating Room

Barstow, CA · On-site

$2.3K - $2.4K/wk

Operating Room Location: Barstow, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2325 - $2447 per week Shift: 5x8 Nights Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 12-week Position: Operating Room (Travel ...

Operating Room Technician Specialty Surgical Center of Westlake Village is hiring a PRN Operating Room Technician. Welcome to Specialty Surgical Center of Westlake Village. We believe health and care ...

Travel Operating Room

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.3K - $2.4K/wk

Operating Room Location: Santa Monica, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2342 - $2465 per week Shift: 3x12 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room ...

Travel Operating Room

Calabasas, CA · On-site

$2.5K - $2.6K/wk

Operating Room Location: Calabasas, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2539 - $2673 per week Shift: 5x8 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room (Travel ...

Travel Operating Room

Eureka, CA · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Operating Room Location: Eureka, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2063 - $2172 per week Shift: Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 16-week Position: Operating Room (Travel ...

Travel Operating Room

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$2.6K - $2.7K/wk

Operating Room Location: San Luis Obispo, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Pay: $2623 - $2761 per week Shift: 5x8 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: Operating Room ...

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Operating information

What is the difference between Operating vs Maintenance?

AspectOperatingMaintenance
Required credentialsTraining in equipment operation, safety certificationsTechnical certifications, repair training
Work environmentProduction floors, factories, plantsWorkshops, repair sites, plant areas
Employer usageOperators run machinery dailyMaintenance staff service and repair equipment
Common search intentHow to operate machineryHow to maintain or repair equipment

Operating involves running and controlling machinery or equipment during production, focusing on daily operation and safety. Maintenance centers on repairing, servicing, and ensuring equipment functions properly over time. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities and skill sets.

What is an example of an operations job?

An example of an operations job is a Operations Manager, who oversees daily business activities, manages staff, and ensures efficient processes. These roles often require skills in logistics, problem-solving, and familiarity with tools like enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

What are the most commonly searched types of Operating jobs in California?

The most popular types of Operating jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Operating jobs?

Cities in California with the most Operating job openings:

Infographic showing various Operating job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

$40.25 - $54.75/hr

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Job description

Operating Room RN

The Operating Room RN assists in the daily function of the operating room in accordance with established federal, state and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures. Assists in overseeing patient care activities in the operating room and maintains a high standard of safety for the patient and other staff members.

Duties And Responsibilities
  • Assess patients/significant others understanding of disease process and need for surgical intervention.
  • Performs perioperative teaching to patient/significant other.
  • Demonstrates appropriate nursing management and intervention perioperative period.
  • Performs preoperative patient assessment, reviews surgeon preference card, assess equipment/supply needs, prepares operating room, ensures availability of needed supplies and equipment and proper and safe working order.
  • Provides safe medication administration.
  • Manipulates patient position appropriate to surgical intervention, using positioning aids as needed to avoid impaired circulation, respiration and postoperative pain/discomfort.
  • Performs surgical prep per standard of care and surgeon preference.
  • Handles and documents specimens per policy.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and skill in caring for the latex sensitive patient.
  • Performs sponge, sharps and instrument counts per protocol.
  • Initiates corrective action when surgical counts are incorrect.
  • Assures emergency equipment and supplies are available at all times.
  • Keeps surgical suites clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment and supplies, and properly stocked.
  • Uses principles of asepsis in varying situations.
  • Initiates corrective action when breaks in technique occur.
  • Wears appropriate attire in restricted area.
  • Adheres to recommended traffic patterns.
  • Demonstrates appropriate protocol for safe use and handling of equipment.
  • Capable of trouble shooting equipment problems.
  • Verbalizes knowledge of risks and complications.
  • Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel.
  • Demonstrates awareness of protocol for malfunctioning equipment and repair.
  • Provide for equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
  • Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies based on surgeon preference.
  • Selects equipment and supplies in an organized, cost effective and timely manner.
  • Assures all equipment is functioning before use and removes any malfunctioning equipment.
  • Demonstrates skills in appropriate use of instruments and equipment.
  • Operates mechanical, electrical, and air-powered equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Uses knowledge of medical record policy and procedures.
  • Participates in medical records QAPI.
Performance Standards And Success Indicators
  • Listens carefully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences.
  • Utilizes translation services when needed.
  • Utilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders.
  • Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds.
  • Demonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
  • Understand, verbalizes, and participates in the quality improvement process.
  • Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.
  • Provide appropriate patient care across the age span.
  • Identifies and reports suspected child, spousal/partner and elder abuse per protocol.
Qualifications
  • Current California RN license and BLS, and ACLS required.
  • 2-5 years of as an operating room nurse required.
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards.
  • Interpersonal, critical thinking skills.
  • Working knowledge of telephone, fax, and patient monitoring equipment.
  • Standard operating room machinery, equipment, autoclaves, washer sterilizer, and patient monitors.

Complexity: Ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and ware while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position.

Per Diem or PART time position available