# DruryGo Surgical Technologist Internship-Mercy Hospital Springfield at Mercy

- Company: [Mercy](https://mercy.net)
- Location: Springfield, MO
- Type: Internship · Internship
- Posted: 2026-09-25
- Apply: https://mercy.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MercyCareers/job/Mercy-Hospital-Springfield/DruryGo-Surgical-Technologist-Internship-Mercy-Hospital-Springfield_JR270367
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/drurygo-surgical-technologist-internship-mercy-hospital-spri-e136d1b8

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Complete a 21-week accelerated surgical technologist training program.
- Attend classroom sessions, labs, and clinical rotations in operating rooms.
- Perform 125 surgical cases to meet NCCT certification requirements.

What they're looking for:

- Submit two letters of recommendation with your application.
- Complete 8 hours of operating room shadowing before the second interview.
- Apply by the October 31st deadline.

Pay and perks:

- Earn $16 per hour during the training period.
- Receive full coverage for tuition, materials, and the NCCT exam.
- Access medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

## Posting

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 • 21‑Week Accelerated Program

Mercy, in partnership with DruryGo, is offering a 21‑week 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
- Benefits‑eligible 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):

- 10‑hour shifts, 4 days/week
- Hands‑on beginning Day 2
- Scrub multiple specialties
- Complete 125 surgical cases to meet NCCT requirements

### Important Dates

- Application period ends: 10/31
- Program start date: Monday, February 1st

### Cohort & Timing

- 5-6 students per cohort
- January start date

### 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 Aaron Tribby to schedule at Aaron.Tribby@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.

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