Surgical Technologist- 2026 Surgical Tech Interns

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and  comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Eligible Positions will offer medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning day one, paid time off, life insurance, pension, 403(b), and so much more!

• Up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a new child
• Diverse and inclusive environment
• Career advancement opportunities
• Career investment program
• Relocation- A lump sum payment is provided to individuals who are living more than 70 miles from their Mayo Clinic hiring site and wish to relocate within a 70 mile radius
• Medical- All plans cover the same services; Choose the combination of premiums, deductible, and out-of-pocket maximums that best meet your families' needs
• Delta Dental- Cost-sharing plan with a participating provider network. Provides flexibility, network savings, and preventative services
• Mayo Reimbursement Account (MRA)- The MRA is an annual $1,150 employer contribution that can be used to reimburse you for dental and vision expenses
• Vision Care- The Vision Care Plan is administered by Avesis and can assist with the costs of eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses
• Paid Time Off (PTO)- Up to 23 days PTO within your first year of employment. 28 days after 1 year
• Retirement Pension Plan- Mayo Clinic is one of the few US companies who continue to provide a pension benefit at no cost to their staff
• 403(b) and 401(k) Retirement Plans with Match- For every dollar you contribute, Mayo Clinic will match on the first 4% either $0.50, $0.75, or $1.00, based on your years of service
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Employer-paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as member of the surgical team.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program. Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Surgical Technologists hired at the following locations prior to the identified dates, are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA:

• Mayo Clinic Health System in Southwest Minnesota hires prior to 10/15/2014.
• Mayo Clinic Health System in Wisconsin hires prior to 11/20/2024.
• Mayo Clinic in Florida and Arizona hires prior to 11/20/2024
• Enterprise Staffing Pool hires prior to 11/20/2024

Internal transfers to Rochester or Southeast Minnesota are required to have the Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA.

** Please include a case log or listing of specialties and types of cases scrubbed as a separate attached document with your application

Licensure/Certification Required:
• Current BLS certification required upon hire.
• Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Compensation range is $32.53 -$46.78 / hour based upon union contract.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

64-80

Schedule Details

Variation of Schedules- 8 hour and 12 hour shifts available depending on position. Variation of start times which could include 7am, 9am, and 11am, 7pm, and 11pm. On-call, holiday, and weekend shifts may be required depending on position

Weekend Schedule

May be required depending on position

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.  Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" .  Mayo Clinic participates in  E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Dana Grafft