Health Technician (Orthopedic)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Camp Pendleton, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton in California. The Health Technician (Orthopedic) supports orthopedic surgical and treatment activities, including coordinating surgery requests, assisting the orthopedic surgeon, performing casting procedures, training medical personnel, and managing supplies and equipment. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The position is mission essential and inclement-weather essential. The incumbent may be required to report to or remain at work during severe weather or other emergencies. The role requires recurring interaction with children and youth under 18, security and background screening, a pre-placement medical examination, immunization screening, and current Basic Life Support certification. Moderate to heavy lifting of up to 45 pounds is required.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience fabricating, applying, modifying, or removing various types of casts; obtaining vital signs; and assisting providers during minor surgical procedures; or qualifying graduate education or a combination of education and experience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
Must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; advanced certification does not supersede BLS.
Must complete required suitability and security investigations, including a background investigation and credit check, and periodic re-verification associated with recurring interaction with children and youth under 18.
Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
Must consent to pre-employment screening and random drug urinalysis testing.
Must complete a pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
Must report to or remain at work as scheduled during severe weather or emergency situations in support of mission operations.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
A one-year probationary period is required.
Direct deposit of pay is required.

Nice To Haves

A half year (9 semester hours) of graduate-level education in a directly related field, such as kinesiology, health science, or orthopedic technology, may qualify in place of the specialized experience requirement.
Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.

Responsibilities

Prepare and coordinate surgery requests with operating room personnel.
Serve as the first surgical assistant to the responsible orthopedic surgeon during major surgery and inpatient treatment.
Ensure instruments and supplies have been sterilized before surgery.
Perform a wide variety of casting procedures using plaster and synthetic materials.
Provide training to medics and other medical personnel assigned or attached to the orthopedic clinic.
Maintain supplies, equipment, and instruments; conduct inventory and restock sterile surgical supplies for the treatment room.