USAJOBS · 14 hours ago
Health Technician (Surgical)
Tacoma, Washington, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$51K/yr - $66K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Health Technician (Surgical) for a Medical Treatment Facility. The role involves responsibilities related to presurgical, surgical, postsurgical, and equipment maintenance, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of surgical procedures.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Screen patient to ensure all requirements are met and transports patients from the hospital units to the operating room
Responsible for aseptic techniques maintenance during the process of preparing for/assisting in the surgical procedure
Select and assemble required supplies, equipment and instruments based on operative worksheets, preference cards, or guidance from physicians or the charge nurse
Conduct sponge, sharps, and instrument counts with the charge nurse, verifying the final count at the end of each procedure or when personnel change
Clean operating room post-surgery, removes and disposes of soiled and/or contaminated materials; changes linen; washes, disassembles, sterilizes, and reassembles instruments
Orient and train newly assigned personnel and students explaining operating room procedures and requirements. Gives and receives in-service training in new technology, equipment, instruments, and new techniques
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
One year of specialized experience which includes assisting with the assembly of surgical equipment and instruments; preparing supplies based on specific surgical procedures; and screening and transporting of patients
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross
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
This position may require moderate to heavy lifting up to 45 pounds
Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption
This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation
A Personnel Security Investigation is required
This position may include shift work or rotating shifts (holidays and/or weekends)
The duties of this position require to be on call
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.
Company
USAJOBS
USAJOBS enables federal job seekers to access job opportunities across hundreds of federal agencies and organizations.
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