Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at St. Cloud Orthopedics. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information provided to us by job applicants. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information during the recruitment and hiring process.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data from you during the application process:

• Full name, address, phone number, and email address

• Resume/CV, cover letter, references

• Employment history, education, and qualifications

• Licensure and certifications (if applicable)

• Background check information (if required later in the hiring process)

• Voluntary demographic information (e.g., gender, race/ethnicity) if requested for EEO compliance

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used strictly for recruitment and employment purposes, including:

• Reviewing and assessing your qualifications

• Communicating with you throughout the hiring process

• Scheduling interviews and assessments

• Conducting background and reference checks (with your consent)

• Maintaining records for legal or compliance purposes

We do not use your information for marketing purposes or share it with third parties for unrelated business activities.

3. How We Share Your Information

Your information may be shared with:

• Internal HR personnel and hiring managers

• Third-party service providers who assist with recruitment (e.g., background check vendors)

• Legal or regulatory bodies, if required by law

We do not sell or lease applicant information to third parties.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for a limited period:

• If hired: Your data becomes part of your employee record.

• If not hired: Your information may be retained for up to 12 months to consider you for future openings unless you request otherwise.

5. Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information

• Correct or update inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data (unless required to be retained for legal reasons)

To exercise these rights, please contact our Human Resources Department.