Surg Tech (Certified) & (TCT&R Coach) - Fulltime - Days - WEST Float Team

1000 Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Parkway Place (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System seeks a certified Surgical Technologist to join the WEST Float Team, providing coverage across multiple Wellstar facilities and assisting the surgical team in complex procedures.

The role emphasizes patient safety, precision, and ongoing mentoring of new staff, with opportunities to stay current on surgical trends and technology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech program.
• CST or TS-C certification and BLS required.
• Minimum 3 years of surgical experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the sterile field and gather instruments for procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon needs, assist with instrumentation, and maintain sterile technique.
• Support quality care and safety through evidence-based practices.
• Train and precept new team members and students.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from Accredited Surgical Tech program

LPN with surgical experience

Tools

Surgical instrumentation knowledge

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Day (United States of America) Elevate Your Career with the Wellstar WEST Float Team! Be the difference. Be the movement. Be WEST!

Are you a skilled Certified CVOR Surgical Technologist ready to bring your expertise where it is needed most? Join the Wellstar Enterprise Support Team (WEST) — a high-performing float pool that provides vital coverage across multiple Wellstar facilities. This dynamic role places you in the heart of patient care, assisting with complex surgical cases, mastering advanced techniques, and making an impact every single day.

What is the TCT&R Program? The Transitional Care Team & Residency (TCT&R) Program, powered by Workforce Engineering, offers specialized coaching for newly certified surgical techs and other high-demand roles. As a TCT&R Coach, you will mentor emerging talent, enhance onboarding experiences, and—when not actively coaching—serve as a vital WEST clinician deployed where the need is greatest.

What You’ll Do:

Prepare the Surgical Environment

• Set up the sterile field with precision.
• Gather instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Always ensure patient safety and field integrity.

Support the Surgical Team

• Anticipate surgeon needs and assist with instrumentation.
• Perform surgical counts and support time-outs.
• Maintain sterile technique, organize the back table, and assist with specimen handling.

Champion Quality Care & Safety

• Partner with patients and team members to ensure accurate procedures.
• Follow evidence-based practices and safety standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts.

Be a Team Player & Mentor

• Train and precept new team members and students.
• Stay current on surgical trends, tools, and technologies.
• Assist with room turnover, inventory, and sterilization processes.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED – Required
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech program – OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with surgical experience – Required
• Licensure/Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – Required and/or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) – required LPN – Accepted
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA – Required
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a surgical setting in a hospital – Required
• Skills & Superpowers: Strong attention to detail & multitasking skills
• Excellent communication & teamwork abilities
• Calm, confident presence in high-pressure situations
• Proficiency with surgical instrumentation & procedures
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.)

Ready to Join WEST? If you are passionate about surgical excellence, mentoring future talent, and making a system-wide impact, then this is your moment. Join a team that moves with purpose, grows with intention, and delivers world-class care every step of the way.

Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.