Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,519 per week

Company: Coast Medical Service

Location: Albany, New York

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Coast Medical Service is currently recruiting a travel nurse RN for the Emergency Department in Albany, New York. The job is a 13-week contract with 36 hours per week, working 12-hour night shifts. Coast Medical Service, a nationwide travel nursing agency, is known for its elite traveler experience and has been recognized as one of the best travel agencies and top rated healthcare staffing firms. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend and benefits such as holiday pay, sick pay, 401k retirement plan, and pet insurance.

Administrative Assistant

Company: Addison Group

Location: Binghamton, NY

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Part-Time Assistant Manager

Company: Cinemark

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Cinemark is currently hiring for Assistant Manager positions, offering a range of benefits including a discount, 401k, growth opportunities, education assistance, health benefits, parental leave, and paid time off. The role involves assisting in theatre operations, training staff, ensuring adherence to policies, and maintaining cleanliness and safety. The position is often temporary or training-based, with potential for promotion after six months and completion of the Management Accreditation Program. Essential duties include following GM's direction, training staff, preparing reports, inspecting theatre property, and ensuring superior customer service. Requirements include being at least 18, having a high school diploma or equivalent, completing Cinemark's management courses, food handling training, and passing background checks. Physical demands include frequent lifting, standing, and reaching.

Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: New Century, KS / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care - $2,901 per week

Company: PRIDE Health

Location: Plattsburgh, New York

Posted Jan 22, 2025

PRIDE Health, a minority-owned healthcare recruitment division, is seeking a travel nurse RN for an Intermediate Care position in Plattsburgh, New York. The job is a 16-week contract, 36 hours per week on night shifts. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend. PRIDE Health offers comprehensive benefits such as healthcare coverage, 401k retirement plan, holiday pay, guaranteed hours, and a referral bonus.

Travel MRI Technologist - $3,514 per week

Company: PRIDE Health

Location: Lebanon, New Hampshire

Posted Jan 22, 2025

PRIDE Health is offering a travel job for an MRI Technologist in Lebanon, New Hampshire. The position is a 17-week contract, 40 hours per week on days, starting from 02/17/2025. PRIDE Health, a minority-owned healthcare recruitment division, provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare coverage, 401k retirement plan, holiday pay, and more.

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,742 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Supplemental Health Care is recruiting a travel nurse RN for a 13-week contract in the Emergency Department of a hospital in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The role offers a competitive weekly payment, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings program. The RN will work in a fast-paced environment, providing care for patients with trauma, injury, or other conditions. PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, CPI certifications are preferred but not mandatory. Supplemental Health Care is a reputable healthcare staffing agency with a strong commitment to service and employee satisfaction.

Travel LPN / LVN - $1,041 per week - Urgently Hiring

Company: GQR Healthcare

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted Jan 22, 2025

GQR Healthcare is currently recruiting for a travel job for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The position is for 13 weeks, with 36 hours per week, 12-hour night shifts. GQR Healthcare, known for its commitment to healthcare professionals, offers benefits such as day one coverage for healthcare, guaranteed hours, continuing education, 24/7 consultant support, and a seamless placement process. The job ID is 228195, with a pay package based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week, including a tax-free stipend.

Case Manager PRN

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Location: Panama City, FL

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Panama City is offering a Case Manager position with PRN Day Shift. The role involves managing resources, coordinating patient care, and overseeing interdisciplinary plan-of-care decisions. Encompass Health is recognized for its clinical expertise and community contributions, offering a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits. The ideal candidate should have a license or certification relevant to their discipline, with CCM® or ACM certification required or in progress. Minimum qualifications include an Associate Degree in Nursing for Nursing roles, or a bachelor's degree for other healthcare professionals, with 2 years of rehabilitation experience preferred.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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