Surgical Tech First Assistant — Growth, Benefits & Mentorship

BayCare Health System; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Yearly performance appraisal and team‑

bonus

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assistant for an on-site role in Winter Haven. The position is full-time with early start hours (0600-0900) and occasional weekend work, with on-call duties.

The candidate will join a team delivering high-quality surgical support in the main OR. The role requires 3+ years as Surgical Tech or 2+ years as Surgical Technologist First Assistant, plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Surgical Tech OR 2-years Surgical Technologist First Assistant - Main OR experience.
• High School or Equivalent
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Skills

Delegation skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Regulatory knowledge

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Preceptor skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

BayCare Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assistant for an on-site role in Winter Haven. The position is full-time with early start hours (0600-0900) and occasional weekend work, with on-call duties.

The candidate will join a team delivering high-quality surgical support in the main OR. The role requires 3+ years as Surgical Tech or 2+ years as Surgical Technologist First Assistant, plus BLS certification.