Surgical Technologist Apprentice - Internal Training Program

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Miles City, Montana offers an Apprentice program to learn surgical technology on‑the‑job. The role supports the OR team under a preceptor and RN, with potential full-time hire after completion.

Training takes place on-site at Holy Rosary Hospital and includes rotations in Intermountain Hospitals. Next class starts January 18, 2027; the program is 9 months with TS-C certification training.

Qualifications

• Must be accepted into Intermountain/SLCC apprenticeship or Intermountain Health Surgical Technology apprenticeship program and meet all prerequisites.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers required.
• Candidate must speak, read and write in English; legally able to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Attend apprenticeship orientations and complete all required paperwork before starting.
• Attend departmental trainings and complete required trainings and testing on time.
• Complete all mandatory training as assigned.
• Maintain good performance and attendance per program expectations.
• Ensure operating room and instruments meet disinfection and sterilization criteria.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Learning quickly

Taking initiative

Learning detailed processes

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

Job description

The Apprentice role allows candidates to complete a surgical technologist training program while learning on‑the‑job to develop industry‑specific skills. As a member of the surgical team, the Surgical Technologist ensures the operative procedure goes smoothly, efficiently, and complies with all safety processes and policies. Apprentices enrolled in the program will be integrated into the OR team; upon successful completion of the training program the apprentice may be hired as a Surgical Technologist. This position will function under the supervision of an instructor, preceptor, and Registered Nurse and reports to Surgical Operations management. The work experience is related to the Apprentice’s specific role and will support Intermountain Health’s mission, vision, and values. This posting is only for candidates interested in the Apprenticeship in the Miles City, Montana location. Training will be completed on‑site at Holy Rosary Hospital.

About the Program

Classwork and lab will be taught on‑site at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, Montana. Next class will start January 18, 2027. Upon completion of the 9‑month program, you will be qualified to work in our operating rooms and become a Surgical Technologist. This Apprenticeship will teach and train you to learn how to pass the national certification test called the Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) through the NCCT. Clinical rotations will be offered in Operating Rooms (OR) at Intermountain Hospitals where the Apprentice will be hired. Candidates will be asked to preference final site based on availability. Classwork/Lab will be held Monday‑Friday from 6:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 36 hours per week. Externship/Hands on training will be held Monday‑Friday, from 6:40 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 40 hours per week.

Job Essentials

• Attends Intermountain Health and Apprenticeship Program orientations, and completes all required paperwork and documentation before starting apprenticeship
• Attends scheduled departmental training, completes required training, and testing in a timely manner
• Completes all mandatory training as assigned
• Maintains good performance and attendance standing with Intermountain Health and apprenticeship program expectations
• Ensures the operating room and surgical items meet disinfection and sterilization criteria
• Maintains sterile field and safe environment
• Under the direction of a preceptor, the apprentice prepares the operating room and instruments for surgical procedures
• Assists the surgical team during the procedure, within the scope of practice
• After procedure, cleans room and prepares for next procedure in compliance with established protocol
• Completes all required class work, lab work, and externship training as assigned by the Surgical Technology training programs with passing grades

Posting Specifics

Pay: $21.65 for 1st 3-4 months, then $22.51/hour until graduated

Benefits Eligible: Yes Full Time at 36 hours per week

Location: Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, Montana

Location: Holy Rosary Hospital

Work City: Miles City

Work State: Montana

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $21.65 - $21.65

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must be accepted to either the Intermountain/SLCC apprenticeship program or the Intermountain Health Surgical Technology apprenticeship program and fulfill all pre-requisites specific to the program and Intermountain Health hiring requirements
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• Candidates must speak, read, and write in English
• Intermountain Health caregivers must be in good performance standing upon acceptance to the apprenticeship program
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Candidate must have High School Diploma or GED upon applying

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrates organizational skills, detail oriented, and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Demonstrates initiative and willingness to take on additional assignments when needed
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Demonstrates experience using word processing, internet, and email applications

Skills

• Problem solving
• Teamwork
• Taking initiative
• Communication
• Organization
• Learning quickly
• Learning detailed processes

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, sterile indicator tags, colors, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment and instruments with precision and accuracy. This includes computer use and typing for documentation, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc). May be expected to stand in a stationary position with personal protective equipment for an extended period of time.

Location

Holy Rosary Hospital

Company Information

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world‑class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up‑front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

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