Education to Employment - Surgical Technologist - Current Students Only

Essentia HealthFargo, ND
$28 - $43Onsite

About The Position

Essentia Health is seeking surgical technologist students to commit to serve in the operating room at our hospital on 32nd Avenue in Fargo, North Dakota. Selected applicants will receive an educational assistance benefit of $20,000 in exchange for serving at Essentia Health for a contracted period of 2 years upon graduation. You must be currently enrolled in an accredited surgical technology program to qualify. Enrollment in prerequisites or a certificate program will not qualify you for this benefit. At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
  • Certification as a Surgical Technologist is required within one year of hire.
  • AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification is required within 1 month of hire.
  • Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) with the North Dakota Board of Nursing is required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

  • Enrollment in prerequisites or a certificate program will not qualify you for this benefit.

Responsibilities

  • Functions under the supervision of an RN in providing technical interventions in the Operating Room to patients of all ages.
  • They are also responsible for tasks relating to instrumentation, equipment, prosthesis, and supplies.
  • May perform other duties as assigned by the department.

Benefits

  • Educational assistance benefit of $20,000
  • Health Insurance and HSA or FSA accounts
  • Dental and Vision insurances
  • Supplemental insurances- critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnity
  • Paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance
  • Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per year
  • Paid parental leave after one year
  • Adoption assistance after one year
  • Bereavement & Jury Duty
  • Take Charge (employee wellness program)
  • Guidance Resources (free confidential counseling)
  • Employee discount program
  • 401(k) retirement account (traditional & Roth)
  • 401(k) matching & discretionary contributions (subject to service requirements)
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