CST - Surgical Technologist (Weekends) - Operating Room

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 35,390 - 53,092; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision insurances

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) retirement account

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Fargo is seeking a surgical technologist to work in the operating room with weekend shifts. Responsibilities include providing technical support to surgeons and ensuring equipment is ready for surgeries. A competitive pay range of $25.69 - $38.54 per hour is offered along with a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Surgical Technologist program and obtain certification within a year.

Qualifications

• Certified as a Surgical Technologist is required one year after hire.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical interventions in the Operating Room.
• Responsible for tasks relating to instrumentation, equipment, prosthesis, and supplies.

Skills

Technical interventions in the Operating Room

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Instrumentation knowledge

Education

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program

Job description

Job Description:

Seeking a surgical technologist to serve in the operating room at Essentia Health Fargo on 32nd Avenue. This surgical tech works 36 hours weekly, Friday through Sunday, and the schedule is 6:30 am to 7:00 pm. A $4.50 hourly weekend status differential and $5,000 sign‑on bonus are available.

Education Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program

About Essentia Health:

We are a top‑rated employer offering work‑life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high‑quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

What You’ll Do:

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.

Employees scheduled 20+ hours weekly enjoy these benefits:

• 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 (24+ hours weekly required)
• Adoption assistance after one year (24+ hours weekly required)
• Bereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees)

All employees, including casual, enjoy these benefits:

• 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)

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Certified as a Surgical Technologist is required one year after hire.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire.
• Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) upon hire.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees’ well‑being. Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long‑term financial security. Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. Work‑Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives. Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576‑0000 for more information.

Job Location: 32nd Avenue Building

Shift Rotation: Weekend Status (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: 6:30 am / 7:00 pm

Hours Per Pay Period: 72

Compensation Range: $25.69 - $38.54 / hour

FTE: 0.9

Weekends: Every Weekend

Call Obligations: Yes