Operating Room Nursing Assistant - El Paso, United States - Department Of Defense

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    About the Position:

    This position is located in El Paso, Texas.

    A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.

    Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

    Certification as a Surgical Technician is highly preferred.

    This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.



    Duties

    • Provide direct surgical support of a highly specialized nature to patients undergoing surgery, including the newest and most complex, state-of-the-art procedures in multi-specialties in the Operating Room, including robotic surgery.
    • Prepare and maintain a sterile field.
    • Select, assemble, and organize required supplies (setup, connect, test, operate drills, saws, etc.) and instruments for surgical procedures.
    • Select and pass instruments and equipment to the surgeon during surgical procedures by anticipating the surgeon's needs.
    • Perform sponge, needle and sharps count during various periods of all surgical procedures.
    • Check patient's chart, surgical consent, and identification band for completeness.