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DruryGo Surgical Technologist Internship-Mercy Hospital Springfield

Mercy
paid time off
United States, Missouri, Springfield
1235 East Cherokee Street (Show on map)
Apr 02, 2026
Find your calling at Mercy! Performs related duties as assigned. Performs duties andresponsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details: Surgical Technologist Internship / Externship In Partnership with DruryGo \| Springfield, MO *Paid Benefits Eligible * 21Week Accelerated Program Mercy, in partnership with DruryGo, is offering a 21week paid Surgical Technologist Internship/Externship designed to prepare participants for NCCT Surgical Technologist certification and a career in the operating room. Program Highlights Paid program: $16/hour during training All costs covered (tuition, materials, NCCT exam - first attempt) Certification ready: NCCT exam taken at end of didactic phase Benefitseligible position Pay increase upon program completion and acceptance of ST role Program Structure Weeks 1-10 (Didactic): Mon-Thurs, 6:30 AM-3:00 PM (Fridays off) Classroom, lab, shadowing, scrubbing, and case exposure Covers medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, sterile technique, case studies, and 175+ surgical instruments Weeks 11-21 (Clinical): 10hour shifts, 4 days/week Handson beginning Day 2 Scrub multiple specialties Complete 125 surgical cases to meet NCCT requirements Important Dates Application period ends: June 26 Inperson interviews begin: First full week of July Program start date: August 17 Cohort & Timing 10-12 students per cohort Program runs each Fall Application Requirements Two (2) letters of recommendation Internal candidates must also provide leader feedback Completion of 8 hours of OR shadowing prior to second interview Contact Faith Cochran** to schedule at Faith.Cochran@Mercy.net Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.