VA
$68,594 – $89,172
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This Operating Room position at a VA Medical Center involves handling surgical instruments, preparing sterile fields, and assisting surgeons during procedures. It suits experienced surgical technicians ready for on-call shifts and the physical demands of prolonged standing and precise instrument work.
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Skills this role names
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What they ask for
Required
- At least 1 year of specialized surgical technician experience at GS-5 level or equivalent
- Knowledge of sterile field preparation and aseptic technique maintenance
- Ability to handle surgical instruments and equipment during procedures
- Understanding of universal precautions and infection control policies
- Physical capability for extended standing, lifting, positioning patients, and reaching
Nice to have
- Minimum 3 years of surgical technician experience
- Certified Surgical Technologist certification