Health Technician (Occupational)

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Job description

Summary About the Position: Serves as a Health Technician (Occupational) within a Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) or at a branch health clinic. Responsible for providing comprehensive occupational health services to all eligible beneficiaries in the area of responsibility (AOR) of the MTF. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Learn more about this agency Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 09/12/2024 to 09/19/2024 Salary $44,709 - $71,999 per year Pay scale & grade GS 5 - 7 Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Kittery, ME Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family (Series) 0640 Health Aid And Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Trust determination process Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number HAJTHW Control number Help This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Help Duties Provide patient screening to obtains and review medical and/or occupational history. Review all pertinent data and determines requirements for ancillary testing and program placement. Maintain medical records in accordance with applicable directives. Counsel patients in regard to their test results, health promotion topics and workplace health hazards. Provide administrative support such as patient scheduling and coordination of pre-placement and routine physical exams. Assist in patient reception and with answering telephones. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire). This position requires that you obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. Position requires completion of a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) approved course in Spirometry within 6 months, and refresher training as required. Requires completion of audiometry by the Council of Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) within 6 months, and refresher training as required. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random drug testing, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. Management may select at any of the grade levels announced. Duties described reflect the full performance GS-07 level. Duties will be performed in a developmental capacity under close supervision. This recruitment provides promotion opportunity to the target grade of the position without further competition when selectee is eligible and recommended by management. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. GS-5 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing support duties under close supervision of a health care personnel; providing costumer service; maintaining files and using an automated system to schedule/reschedule appointments This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04). OR Education: Four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to the position, such as, insert applicable field(s) of study . OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages. GS-6 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes working with Health care personnel with limited supervision assisting with various screenings, such as vision, vital signs, spirometry, audiometry, and electrocardiograms (EKGs); scheduling patient check-in appointments; utilizing an automated medical information system; AND working with Health care personnel with limited supervision. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). OR Education: A half year (i.e., 9 semester hours) of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 9. Add the two percentages. GS-7 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes checking in and scheduling patients in a Medical Treatment Facility (MTF); cleaning exam/operating room after procedures; maintaining patient records using a variety of computer programs and medical electronic scheduling and records systems; reviewing patient charts for accuracy and completeness; and monitoring patients vital signs. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). OR Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Read more Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits . click apply for full job details

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