Surgical Technologist Intern

This position provides real work experience in healthcare and as applicable to Surgical Services.

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Launch Your Surgical Tech Career with Logan Health!

Location: Logan Health Medical Center – Kalispell, MT
Schedule: Day Shift – 8 Hours | 32 hours per week | January – May 2026

Ready to take your final semester of surgical technology training to the next level?

Logan Health is seeking two (2) driven and passionate students from Missoula College, Great Falls College, or Flathead Valley Community College (FVCC) to join our 2026 Surgical Technologist Internship Program. This immersive, paid internship is your bridge from classroom learning to a rewarding career in the OR.

Application Timeline:

• Application Window: Now through Friday, November 21, 2025

• Interviews: Weeks of November 24 and December 1, 2025

What You’ll Do:

As a Surgical Technologist Intern, you’ll blend hands-on learning with real-world surgical experience:

• Clinical Rotations: Complete your required rotations from January – May 2026.

• Scrub Tech Training: Spend 24 hours/week in the OR, learning side-by-side with experienced surgical technologists.

• Department & Hospital Training: Dedicate 8 hours/week to Central Sterile, core technician roles, perioperative support technician training, and hospital orientation.

Compensation & Commitment:

• Pay Rate: $19/hour | 32 hours/week

• Employment Agreement: 2-year commitment to Logan Health upon internship acceptance

• Career Transition: Successful completion leads to a full-time Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) position in the OR

• Sign-On Bonuses: Eligible after year 1 and year 2 of employment

What You Need:

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year of college

• Currently enrolled in a nationally accredited surgical technology program (CAAHEP or ARC/STSA) at Missoula College, Great Falls College, or FVCC

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software

Soft Skills:

• Desire to gain professional experience in the surgical field

• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in all situations

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal & written)

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Proven critical thinking skills in high-pressure environments

• Demonstrated initiative and self-starter mindset

• Experience managing sensitive information with tact and diplomacy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous healthcare experience

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of a preceptor, you will:

• Prepare surgical procedures by selecting and setting up equipment, instruments, and supplies

• Maintain strict aseptic technique and ensure safe working condition of all instruments

• Assist the surgeon during procedures, anticipating needs and efficiently passing instruments

• Participate in surgical counts and ensure accurate documentation

• Apply dressings and assist with patient transfer to recovery

• Collaborate with team members to maintain preference cards and supply lists

• Assist with lab specimens, room cleaning, and equipment maintenance

• Exhibit knowledge of intra-operative medications and procedures

• Demonstrate professionalism, customer service, and teamwork at all times

Apply Now!

Apply by November 21, 2025 to secure your spot in the 2025 Surgical Technologist Internship Program. This is your opportunity to gain real-world surgical tech experience and step directly into a full-time CST role with Logan Health.

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Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year of college required.

• Minimum of one (1) of the following required:

  • Must be currently enrolled in a nationally accredited surgical technology program.

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited surgical technology program (CAAHEP or ARC/STSA).

• Healthcare experience preferred.

• Must possess a desire to gain professional experience within the related field of assignment.

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.

• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

• Works in a professional manner and utilizes excellent customer service in all interactions.

• Seeks assistance as appropriate for the task assigned.

• Utilizes professional judgment handling situations while consistently maintaining privacy and confidentiality.

• Exhibits effective and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Under the direction and support of a preceptor, the employee:

  • Participates in the planning process for surgical procedures.

  • Accurately selects all equipment and supplies needed for surgical cases.

  • Accurately sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and solutions as needed for procedure.

  • Utilizes proper application of the aseptic technique when opening surgical supplies to the sterile field, and while organizing the sterile supplies and equipment for procedures.

  • Evaluates all instrumentation and technical equipment to assure it is in proper and safe working condition.  Communicates faulty or broken instruments to Sterile Processing.

  • Properly utilizes surgical instruments to assist the surgeon during the procedure.

  • Participates in counts prior to, during and the end of a procedure per department procedures.

  • Provides care to the patient in the application of dressings and while transferring the patient to the recovery area.

  • Checks assigned specialty non-stock and stock supplies to ensure an adequate quantity is available for procedures per department protocol.

  • Collaborates with stakeholders in maintaining and updating the preference cards/pick lists. 

  • Performs administrative duties, advises leadership of status changes, and works collaboratively in a team environment.

  • Exhibits knowledge of medications used during the intra-operative period.

  • Anticipates the surgeon’s needs and reacts accordingly. Efficiently passes the appropriate instrumentation, sutures and supplies to surgeons and/or assistant.

  • Assists as directed in cutting sutures and keeping track of items such as sponges, needles, etc.

  • Assists with the preparation and disposal of lab specimens as directed.  Assists team members with cleaning of room.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.  Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.  Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift:

Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)

Location: Logan Health Medical Center – Kalispell, MT
Schedule: Day Shift – 8 Hours | 32 hours per week | January – May 2026

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.