Surgical Technologist Apprentice - Salt Lake Community College

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. Surgical Technologist Apprentice - Salt Lake Community College Employer Sponsored Program

This is the application for caregivers to apply for and express interest in the Intermountain Health sponsorship with the Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) Surgical Technology program for Fall Semester 2026 starting August 25th.

Please read through this posting thoroughly as it provides important details about the program, steps to apply, timeline, and application requirements.

Please do not apply if you have not been accepted into Salt Lake Community College's Surgical Technology program. Please see "Steps to Apply" below for more information. About the Program

Intermountain Health has partnered with SLCC's Surgical Technology program to create an apprenticeship program that tightens connections between training and the workplace.

Intermountain Health will sponsor up to 3 apprentices for the fall 2026 class.

The program will require full-time attendance as a student at SLCC's Surgical Technology Program in West Jordan, Utah and requires routine check-ins with a supervisor from Intermountain Health.

During the school year, apprentices will work at our hospital's surgical services areas for short shifts (before classes) to observe and learn key on-the-job skills that support surgery.

Student completes all SLCC's surgical technology program requirements (Steps to Apply # 1- 4 below)

You will not be considered for sponsorship until you have been accepted into the SLCC Surgical Technology program (see steps 1-4 above).

You will be contacted for an interview or more information by the selection committee. Your patience is greatly appreciated.

Caregivers accepted into this program are required to sign an agreement prior to beginning the program to work for Intermountain for at least one year (2080 hours) after they complete the program.

Students are responsible for SLCC enrollment fees, all prerequisite courses, books, uniforms, and supplies. What Intermountain Health offers

Get paid to go to school. Full-Time, Benefited (36 hours/wk. during school. 40 hours/wk. for required clinical externship hours).

Paid tuition for the Surgical Technology program classes at SLCC. Paid certification test.

Ongoing mentorship throughout the program.

Job placement after graduation with Intermountain.

Please note caregivers who are accepted into the cohort won't be able to utilize tuition reimbursement for their textbooks, or miscellaneous fees.

Please note: Intermountain provides up to $5,250 of educational assistance each year for benefits eligible caregivers. Any amount over that which is provided on behalf of the caregiver will be taxed to the caregiver per IRS guidelines. Job Essentials

Attends Intermountain Health and Apprenticeship Program orientations, and completes all required paperwork and documentation before starting apprenticeship

Attends scheduled departmental training, completes required training, and testing in a timely manner

Completes all mandatory training as assigned

Maintains good performance and attendance standing with Intermountain Health and apprenticeship program expectations

Ensures the operating room and surgical items meet disinfection and sterilization criteria

Maintains sterile field and safe environment

Under the direction of a preceptor, the apprentice prepares the operating room and instruments for surgical procedures

Assists the surgical team during the procedure, within the scope of practice

After procedure, cleans room and prepares for next procedure in compliance with established protocol

Demonstrates ability to consistently maintain a good rapport and a positive demeanor with colleagues and customers Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must be accepted to either the Intermountain/SLCC apprenticeship program or the Intermountain Health Surgical Technology apprenticeship program and fulfill all pre-requisites specific to the program and Intermountain Health hiring requirements

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers

Candidates 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

Candidate must have High School Diploma or GED Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrates organizational skills, detail oriented, and the ability to prioritize tasks.

Demonstrates initiative and willingness to take on additional assignments when needed.

Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.

Demonstrates experience using word processing, internet, and email applications SLCC Surgical Technologist Program Requirements

Candidate must apply and meet all SLCC College requirements to be accepted into their Employer sponsored surgical technology program (Steps to Apply # 1- 4 below).

The deadline to submit the Surgical Technology Employer Sponsored Program application to SLCC and meet all program requirements is January 15 to May 15, 2026. (Priority review for applicants).

If positions haven't been filled from the May 15th deadline, a second deadline is June 1, 2026 - August 1, 2026.

Steps to Apply

All candidates must apply and be accepted to the SLCC Surgical Technology Program (Employer Sponsored Cohort) for the Fall 2025 to be eligible for sponsorship from Intermountain Health. Please complete the following steps:

1.) Apply for admission at SLCC (If you haven't attended SLCC within the last 3 years) SLCC Registration webpage (When completed, move to the next step)

2.) Meet early with a Surgical Technology Academic Advisor Surg Tech Academic Advisor webpage to ensure that all prerequisites & submission requirements are completed before applying to the Surgical technology program (When completed, move to the next step)

3.) Complete the SLCC Surgical Technology Program's steps to become eligible for their program SLCC Steps to complete before application to the ST program . (When completed, move to the next step)

4.) Complete SLCC's Surgical Tech prerequisite courses by the May 15, 2025 deadline. See the link for required classwork: SLCC Prerequisite courses needed for Employer sponsored ST program (When completed, move to the next step)

5.)Apply for the SLCC Surgical Technology Program SLCC ST Program application webpage and follow the guidelines and application steps.

Click on "Discover" (Found on the top left under the 3 horizontal lines next to the SLCC logo) > Type in "Selective

Admissions Forms > Click on "start here" under Health Sciences Programs if you're a first-time applicant > Click on "here"

Under apply to open admissions sessions if you've already registered for the Health Sciences Admissions Portal

Surgical Technology Employer Sponsored Cohort in the application

Your SLCC Surgical Technology application will be reviewed by the Health Sciences admissions office, and you will be notified if any requirements are missing. 6.)Apply for the Intermountain Health job

Current Intermountain caregivers: Apply online through Workday.

External applicants: Apply through careers at this website

Search for the job # R with this wording "Surgical Technologist Apprentice- Salt Lake Community College Employer Sponsored Program" A resume is required, please include work history, education, and contact information.

You will not be considered for sponsorship until you have been accepted into the SLCC Surgical Technology program (see steps 1-5 above).

You will be contacted for an interview or more information by the selection committee. Your patience is greatly appreciated.

If your Intermountain Health determines they want to hire you and you meet the requirements for the Surgical Technology Program, SLCC will offer you a conditional acceptance into the program.

How long is the program?

Three-semester program (1 year) takes approximately 12 months to complete.

August 2026 to August 2027 Where are classes held?

Salt Lake Community College provides a curriculum and faculty . click apply for full job details