KPG Healthcare adds Northern California strike staffing roles

KPG Healthcare has been selected as a staffing partner for a potential strike and is recruiting healthcare professionals for temporary assignments across Northern California. The openings span nursing, imaging, respiratory, lab and support roles, with some jobs offering daily pay as high as $2,164 and travel-related benefits.

Why it matters: - Northern California healthcare facilities facing labor disruptions can tap temporary staff to help maintain coverage and continuity of care. - KPG Healthcare’s strike staffing push creates short-term job options for qualified nurses, technologists and allied health professionals.

What happened: - KPG Healthcare said it was selected as a staffing partner for a potential upcoming strike. - The nationwide healthcare staffing company is recruiting for temporary strike assignments throughout Northern California. - The company is offering roles across nursing and allied health disciplines.

The details: - Current strike openings include Licensed Vocational Nurse up to $1,814 per day. - Current strike openings include Radiation Therapist up to $1,644 per day. - Current strike openings include CT Technologist up to $1,814 per day. - Current strike openings include MRI Technologist up to $1,674 per day. - Current strike openings include Cath Lab/IR Tech up to $1,884 per day. - Current strike openings include Social Worker up to $1,674 per day. - Current strike openings include Medical Assistant — Oncology Infusion up to $834 per day. - Current strike openings include Medical Assistant — OB/IVF up to $834 per day. - Current strike openings include NICU Respiratory Therapist up to $1,604 per day. - Current strike openings include Certified Medical Assistant up to $834 per day. - Current strike openings include Pharmacy Technician — Outpatient/Mail Order up to $1,184 per day. - Current strike openings include Clinical Laboratory Scientist up to $2,164 per day. - Assignments may include 12-hour day or night shifts, depending on the facility and role. - Eligible professionals may receive round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, transportation between the hotel and facility, and a meal stipend. - KPG Healthcare’s strike staffing team helps with credentialing, travel arrangements, onboarding and deployment. - The company says the goal is to give professionals a streamlined experience while helping facilities address staffing needs. - Strike opportunities may vary based on facility needs, specialty, qualifications and assignment availability. - KPG Healthcare says additional information is available for healthcare professionals considering strike staffing assignments.

Between the lines: - The announcement shows how staffing firms are filling gaps when labor disputes strain hospital operations. - High daily rates and travel perks suggest strike coverage can be an expensive but fast way for facilities to protect service levels.

What’s next: - KPG Healthcare said more strike opportunities could open as facility needs change. - Interested professionals can review KPG Healthcare’s strike staffing information and available assignments on the company website. - The company also directs candidates to its social channels, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

The bottom line: - KPG Healthcare is positioning itself as a rapid-response staffing option for hospitals and clinicians as strike pressure builds in Northern California.