Health Technician (Orthopedic)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Fort Stewart, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a Health Technician (Orthopedic) in a Medical Treatment Facility. The purpose of the position is to provide inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care to military personnel and their dependents. This position is located at WINN Army Medical Facility in Ft. Stewart, GA. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

Requirements

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Personnel Security Investigation is required.
Mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements and annual seasonal influenza vaccinations.
Immunization screening is required.
Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact.
May be required to complete a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter.
May be required to obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross.
May be required to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter.
One year of specialized experience performing duties in an orthopedic clinic, OR a half year of graduate level education in a related field, OR a combination of education and experience.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations, minor procedures or clinical treatments by disrobing, draping and positioning patient in exam room.
Assist physicians with instruments, injections, dressings, medications, diagnostic studies, and biological specimens.
Clean treatment areas in between patients, ensuring that supplies and instruments/equipment are available, and properly functioning.
Maintain medical and administrative supplies.
Dispose of contaminated supplies and equipment.