HEALTH TECHNICIAN (L&D/SURGICAL)

Summary About the Position: This position is with Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) in the Directorate of Nursing LDRP Unit in Honolulu, Hawaii. Tripler Army Medical Center is a tobacco-free workplace. Tobacco products include, but are not limited to, smoking, smokeless tobacco, and electronic nicotine delivery devices. Duties Perform surgical technologist duties in support of the OB/GYN Service by providing support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Select, assemble and organize required supplies, equipment and instruments for specific surgical procedure in accordance with operative work sheets, physician preference card and/or conferring with physician or charge nurse. Assist with positioning and sterile draping of the patient and assuring patient safety, comfort, and integrity of plan of care are met. Assist with the application of dressings. Responsible for maintaining aseptic technique during the process of preparing for and assisting in the surgical procedure. Transport patients from the hospital units to the operating room assuring the safe transportation of the patient. Remove and dispose of soiled and/or contaminated materials such as changes linen, washes, disassembles, sterilizes and reassembles instruments. In absence of housekeeping personnel cleans, disinfect furniture, floor and equipment in accordance with OSHA, TJC and AST standards of practice. As part of the surgical team and management, replenishes sterile packs and general supplies and restocks shelves after taking stock level inventory. Package, wrap, label, and issue surgical supplies and instrument sets used by wards and clinics for minor surgical procedures Orient and train new civilian and military employees, perioperative and obstetrical nursing residents and surgical technologist students Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires regular contact with children under the age 18 and a favorable determination of suitability to do so. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. This position has a requirement to lift up to 50lbs. in the regular performance of duties. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. This position requires incumbent to obtain and maintain Basic Life Support training certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. Employees assigned to a medical treatment facility are required to be screened for applicable immunizations or pre-existing immunity based on occupational risk, regardless of job series. This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is subject to annual vaccination. This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Assisting physicians with surgical procedures; 2) Arranging equipment and instruments to prepare sterile field while maintaining aseptic techniques; 3) Inspecting surgical supplies and restocking as needed; and 4) Disposing of soiled and/or contaminated materials post-procedure. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service GS-05. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.