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Growth & Development Programs

At Altru, our goal is to encourage and support the ongoing growth and development of both new and current employees by providing educational financial assistance and emphasizing career development. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning, offering resources that enable employees to enhance their skills, advance in their careers, and achieve their professional aspirations within the organization.

Educational Sponsorship Program

The educational sponsorship incentive program is intended to cover all or a portion of the per semester cost of tuition, program and management fees while pursuing a degree required for a qualified future role at Altru. 

Qualified Educational Sponsorship Positions

  • Athletic Trainer
  • Cardiac Echo Sonographers
  • Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
  • CT Techs
  • Pharmacy Techs
  • Rad Techs
  • Respiratory Therapists
  • Surgical Techs
  • Ultrasound Tech

How to Apply

  • Application & Interview: Qualified roles will be posted through the recruitment process, requiring an application and interview.
  • Acceptance: If selected, the applicant must accept the position and agree to the terms of the educational sponsorship agreement.
  • Employment Start: The employee must begin full-time employment within 90 days of program completion or upon licensure/certification, whichever occurs first.

For further information, please contact careers@altru.org

Loan Repayment Program

The loan repayment program’s goal is to support and recognize Altru employees by alleviating financial student loan burden, help recruit employees and fill high-need jobs while keeping talent in North Dakota.

Qualified Loan Repayment Positions

  • Athletic Trainers
  • Cardiac Sonographers
  • Echo Techs
  • Medical Lab Specialists/Medical Lab Techs
  • Respiratory Therapists
  • RN or LPN (inpatient only)
  • Surgical Techs
  • Ultrasound Techs
  • Vascular Techs

Program Eligibility Highlights

  • Must be employee at least 24 months or less at the time of application
  • Must live in North Dakota for the duration of receiving financial support
  • Hold a balance on a non-defaulted student loan

Commitment

Employees must remain employed, full-time (0.8 FTE and above) for 3 years

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