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CST - Surgical Tech (Part Time Flex) - Day Shift

Essentia Health logoEssentia Health$28.40–$42.60/hrDetroit Lakes, MNPart timePosted 2d agoStill open, checked every night

How this pay compares

This posting states $28.40–$42.60 an hour. Open surgical technologist jobs in Minnesota post a median of $40.42 an hour, the middle half $36.29–$44.04, across 42 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Surgical technologists employed in Minnesota earn a median of $38.56 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Medicare rating of Essentia Health St Marys - Detroit Lakes

Medicare gives Essentia Health St Marys - Detroit Lakes 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Minnesota's hospitals average 3.8). 80% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Minnesota hospitals by rating.

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About the job

Building Location

St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes

Department

3063400 SURGERY - DL HOSP

Job Description

Essentia Health is seeking a surgical technologist to serve at St. Mary's Medical Center in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. This CST generally works 24 hours weekly, but this is a flex position that may require the employee to work more or fewer hours without notice based on needs of the facility. This day schedule has varying shifts: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, and 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Required schedule rotations include holidays, every 4th or 5th weekend on call, and one weekday on call. This position requires the completion of an accredited surgical technologist program. A $5000 sign-on incentive and relocation assistance are available. This position qualifies for full-time benefits.

Education Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program.

About Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows in the care you provide. Driven by our mission to make a healthy difference in people’s lives, our clinical and support teams come together every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we are privileged to serve. Here, you’ll find an award-winning culture built around genuine work-life balance, long-term stability, and the resources you need to continually grow your career. See why Essentia Health is truly like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

Why Choose St. Mary's Hospital?

If you are looking for an OR environment where your voice is heard, your technical precision is valued, and teamwork is a daily reality, St. Mary’s Hospital is where you belong. Our surgical technologists scrub in on a diverse caseload, sharpening their versatility and clinical acumen in a supportive, modern surgical department. Outside the scrub sink, you’ll enjoy a schedule and team culture designed around genuine work-life balance - giving you ample downtime to recharge and enjoy lakeside living, scenic trails, and the relaxed outdoor lifestyle of the Detroit Lakes region.

What You'll Do

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.

Employees scheduled 24+ hours weekly enjoy these benefits

  • Health insurance and HSA or FSA accounts
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 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
  • Adoption assistance after one year
  • Bereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees)

All employees, including casual, enjoy these benefits

  • 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)
  • DailyPay available to all employees

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

  • Certification as a surgical technologist is required within one year of hire.
  • AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire.

FTE

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

FTE Flex Days (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

7a / 8a / 8:30a

Shift End Time

3:30p / 4:30p / 5p

Weekends

Every 4th Weekend on Call

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

Yes

Union

Union Posting Deadline

Compensation Range

$28.40 - $42.60

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

From Essentia Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Essentia Health

Essentia Health is a health system with more than 16,500 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) employees, 14 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) hospitals and 80 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) clinics serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota. Source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health

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