CST - Surgical Technologist; Weekends - Operating Room

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.

• Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program

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:

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.

• 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)

• 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)

• 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.

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