Although the work place is important to be happy with, I've found that the area your in is more important. If you want to come out west I would suggest San Francisco, Orange County or San Diego. San Diego has been my favorite so far.

What would you suggest if someone wanted to head east?

Which part of out west?

I live in the desert of california- Eisenhower in Rancho Mirage, Ca is a nice facility, but you might want to wait until after the heat of summer- say October

Thanks for the tips!

great hospital out west
i have done 3 assignments at st. mary's hospital, tucson, az. 1 on days, 7a - 7p on ortho...1 on 7p - 7a rehab....and now 1 on 7p -7a ortho! i have actually re-upped so this is technically mt 4th assignment and it just keeps getting better. the people are so diverse and welcoming and kind to their travelers. come here 1st!!!

Hospitals out west..
I do not know where all you are thinking of going..but I would like to suggest Verde Vally Medical Center in Cottonwood AZ. It was my first travel job. I loved it there.. The hospital , staff and management were all great. Not to mention the beatiful area. So close to The Grand Canyon, Sadona, Prescott, Jerome, Flagstaff.. it is a great area and a great hospital : 8