The Operating Room (OR) Surgical Technologist assists the Surgeon in performing surgical procedures, and manages/directs the sterile field during the procedure. The OR Surgical technologist is responsible for all aspects of the technical preparation for and participation in surgical procedures. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 and above): Positions in this series range widely in type and include support duties to medical or health personnel such as audiologists, speech pathologists, medical officers, and optometrists. Therefore, technician experience is experience that required application of the knowledge, methods, and techni