Health Technician (Surgical)

About the opportunity

This position is located at Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, under the Department of Defense. The Health Technician (Surgical) is responsible for transporting patients to the Operating Room, selecting and organizing surgical supplies and instruments, assisting anesthetists during induction and procedures, cleaning operating rooms post-surgery, and positioning or draping patients. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates, and salary negotiation may be available for those new to Federal service. The role requires a one-year probationary period.

Salary and benefits

• Salary range: $51,201 – $66,563 per annum
• Recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service
• Federal employment benefits (as per standard USAJOBS government employment)

Who can apply?

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• One year of specialized experience assisting in surgical procedures, preparing supplies/equipment, or preparing operating rooms post-procedure (equivalent to GS-06 level)
• OR one full year of graduate-level education in a field directly related to the work (e.g., surgical technology or health information technology)
• OR a combination of education and experience totaling 100% of requirements
• Must possess a job-related license or certification

Required documents

• Resume (maximum two pages, including employer name, job title, start/end dates, hours worked per week, and task descriptions)
• Transcript (if qualifying based on education)
• Copy of job-related license or certification
• Cover letter (optional)
• Most recent Performance Appraisal (optional, if applicable)
• Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration (for male applicants born after Dec 31, 1959)

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 2026-09-04

How to apply

• Create or log into a USAJOBS account
• Complete the online questionnaire via the provided link
• Upload all required documentation, ensuring the resume is two pages or less
• Verify that all documents are included and submit the application package before the deadline

Additional information

• This position requires a 1-year probationary period
• Direct deposit of pay is required
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement
• Foreign education must be evaluated by a private organization for U.S. equivalency