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Oral Surgeon

Company: Nuvia Dental Implant Center

Location: Kansas City, Kansas

Posted May 17, 2025

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Hematology/Oncology Physician

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted May 17, 2025

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Grant Budget Manager

Company: 1199SEIU Family of Funds

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 17, 2025

Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, grant management, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a senior or managerial role.

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Pharmacist - Acute - (Pharma / Pharm)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: IOWA CITY, Iowa

Posted May 12, 2025

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Multi-State Licensed Per Diem Pharmacist - Online (closed-door)

Company: Animus Veterinary Group

Location: Union City, CA

Posted May 15, 2025

Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, patient profiles, and pharmacy transactions using pharmacy software. No patient consultations are required.

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OB-GYN Physician Opportunity in Indiana

Company: CompHealth

Location: New Castle, Indiana

Posted May 13, 2025

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Special Education Teacher

Company: CBS Therapy

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted May 13, 2025

3-5 years of teaching experience is preferred; new teachers encouraged to apply. Passion and enthusiasm for teaching. Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred.

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Senior Accountant (Bilingual in Mandarin)

Company: MenuSifu Inc.

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 16, 2025

▪* Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or an equivalent field experience required. ▪ *Prepare and analyze financial statements (income statements,…

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Speech/Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship School - (SLP - Clinical Fellowship School)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: SCHENECTADY, New York

Posted May 12, 2025

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Clinical Services Supervisor Home Health Hospice

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: Union City, California

Posted May 12, 2025

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Speech & Language Pathologist - Skilled - (SLP)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: GALLUP, New Mexico

Posted May 13, 2025

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Neurologist Opportunity in a Major Oklahoma City; Neurocritical Care

Company: CompHealth

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Posted May 17, 2025

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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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