So I worked for NCR for 1 1/2 years. Loved fixing atm machines as I have an electronics background. But back issues from the military made work slightly difficult, always bending, twisting, contorting, lifting parts fixing the machines. The company had great health insurance so I opted for laser back surgery to fix my issue. The surgery was supposed to have me out only 6 weeks but was extended to 12 to ensure full healing. The day I came back to work, I was called into a hotel conf room and asked to explain where over $50,000 total had gone missing from multiple banks. I explained I had no clue as I had a good job, disability from the VA, and my wife worked so money wasn't an issue. I asked for video proof as ALL atm machines have cameras, to which the investigator replied, "Don't worry, I do my job very well". Was terminated the next day but no charges were ever filed, which tells me they had nothing because stealing from a bank is a federal crime and always prosecuted. My opinion is that they fired me due to excess time off to recover (a coworker had warned me that would happen also).

Here is the dilemma, now that I am graduating with my Bachelors in Oct, I am already looking to reinsert myself into the work force. Do I list NCR on my resume? If so, how do I go about explaining the circumstances of my termination? I know employers are not legally allowed to tell other people bad stuff from your employment, but I also know it happens.

Thanks for any advice, especially from any HR type people who have hands in hiring.