**THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN AMENDED TO EXTEND THE CLOSING DATE** These position are located in the Surgical Section of Nursing Services, under Patient Care Service. This is an integrated health care system with two campuses located in Leavenworth and Topeka, Kansas. This position description covers Surgical Technicians at both campuses. The Surgical Technician provides direct support before, during, and after surgical procedures to the Surgical Team, including the surgeon and anesthesiologist. To qualify for this position you must meet the following requirements. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. You must be proficient in basic written an