ssm jogoNo driving, no traffic, no searching for a parking space and an opportunity to win a free iPad, those are some of the perks afforded to those attending SSM Health’s upcoming virtual career fair.

Most importantly, the event will enable job seekers to connect directly with SSM Health recruiters and hiring leaders from Maryville, as well as across the organization’s four-state system.

Scheduled from 9 am to 9 pm, Wednesday, September 7, the 12-hour event will feature dozens of SSM Health human resources professionals who will address questions and provide information via instant messaging. Because the virtual career fair takes place online, job seekers can join the event from the comfort of their homes. Those interested in attending should register in advance at www.ssmhealthcareers.com/virtual.

“Our virtual career fair was developed so anyone interested in a job at SSM Health could attend regardless of where they live and find out how to join our exceptional team,” Krista Barcus, human resources leader at SSM Health St. Francis Hospital, said. “The event will bring together job seekers and our top recruiters, hiring leaders and career experts under one digital umbrella.”

SSM Health’s virtual career fair will allow job seekers to learn about specific jobs, interact with recruiters, attend sessions with hiring leaders and learn about SSM Health benefits.

They’ll be able to visit a variety of virtual booths in each of SSM Health’s regions. With just a few swipes or clicks, job seekers will be able to search for jobs in 14 different digital booths, including nursing, nursing support, IT, finance, accounting, allied health and pharmacy. Job seekers will also have the opportunity to join the SSM Health Talent Network and sign up for job alerts.

SSM Health is offering sign-on bonuses for certain clinical positions at some of its hospitals. Attendees will be eligible to win one of two iPads that will be awarded by random drawings.

“We look forward to connecting with numerous job seekers on September 7,” Barcus said. “At SSM Health, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional service and the highest-quality care to our patients and customers. We believe that candidates will be inspired by what they learn about our organization and the opportunities available.”