Surgical Technologist Apprentice - Internal Training Program

About the Program

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.

• Classwork and lab taught on-site at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, Montana
• Next class starts January 18, 2027
• 9-month program; upon completion you will be qualified to work in Intermountain operating rooms as a Surgical Technologist
• Program prepares you for the national Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) exam through NCCT
• Clinical rotations offered in Operating Rooms at Intermountain Hospitals where the Apprentice will be hired; candidates preference final site based on availability
• Classwork/Lab: Monday–Friday, 6:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m., 36 hours per week
• Externship/Hands-on training: Monday–Friday, 6:40 a.m.–3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week

Application Process

• Complete the online application
• Attach an updated/current resume with complete work history, education, and contact information (PDF or Word files only; no JPEG, screenshots, or Pages files)
• Candidates selected based on submitted application, resume, and interview outcomes
• Incomplete applications will not be considered

Responsibilities

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

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $21.65 for the first 3–4 months, then $22.51/hour until graduation
• Benefits eligible: Yes
• Full-time, 36 hours per week
• Location: Holy Rosary Hospital, Miles City, Montana

Minimum Qualifications

• Accepted to either the Intermountain/SLCC apprenticeship program or the Intermountain Health Surgical Technology apprenticeship program and fulfill all program-specific prerequisites and Intermountain Health hiring requirements
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers
• 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
• High School Diploma or GED required at time of application

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize tasks
• Initiative and willingness to take on additional assignments when needed
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• 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 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 requiring verbal communication and the ability to 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, including computer use, typing for documentation, accessing information, and medication preparation
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients; bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment of varying weights, up to and including heavy items
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining/distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment (including heavy items); often navigate crowded, busy rooms with equipment and power cords on the floor
• May be required to stand in a stationary position with personal protective equipment for extended periods