Certified Surg Tech (TCT&R Coach) - Fulltime - Days - W.E.S.T. Float Team
About The Position
Wellstar is seeking a skilled Certified Surgical Technologist to 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. The Transitional Care Team & Residency (TCT&R) Program 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.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED – Required
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech program – OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with surgical experience – Required
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – Required or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) – Required
- LPN – Accepted
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA – Required
- Minimum of 3 years of recent experience in a hospital surgical setting – Required
- 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.)
Responsibilities
- Prepare the Surgical Environment: Set up the sterile field with precision, gather instruments and supplies for procedures, and 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, and 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, and foster a collaborative and positive work culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
