About the Position: This is an open continuous announcement. "Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

Duties

Respond on-site to accidents and other emergencies involving injury and illnesses; sometimes encounters situations which may be life threatening. Conduct a complete examination of the patient to determine the nature, extent, and seriousness of his condition and searches for medical alert symbols. Prioritize treatments for patient having multiple problems and employs a variety of established emergency medicine techniques, methods and equipment to the appropriate medical facility. Document procedures or treatment rendered. Perform thorough safety and maintenance inspections and minor repairs on emergency and patient transport vehicles and a variety of medical equipment.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position may have specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties may require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug testing during employment.
• This position requires that you possess and maintain OR obtain and maintain within 1 year of entrance on duty the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT-B) certification.
• May be required to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
• Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 level training within six months of hire.
• The employee may be recalled to duty from scheduled time off.
• Immunization screening may be required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• May be required to assume essential personnel status during inclement weather/emergencies.
• Position requires employee to wear a uniform and/or protective clothing.
• This position requires the employee drive a motor vehicle and successfully pass an Army approved defensive driving certification course. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required and must be maintained for the position.
• This position is covered by Health Affairs Policy 97006, 23 Oct. 96, which requires the employee to obtain Hepatitis B Immunization unless exempted by a physician.
• This position requires the selectee to pass a pre-employment physical.
• This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
• The employee may be required to work overtime to include weekends and federal holidays, out of cycle, or unscheduled training or on an emergency basis.
• Selectees may be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Incumbent may be required to perform duties in a hazardous chemical environment and is subject to a medical clearance examination, including the wearing of full-face air purifying respirator (M-40 or equivalent) to determine suitability.
• Further physical requirements include full use of all limbs, joints, muscles, vision, hearing, etc. An OF-178 will be used to determine suitability for each incumbent.
• Conditions Of Employment continues in "Qualifications".

Qualifications

Conditions Of Employment Continued: The incumbent will be enrolled in a medical surveillance program and must meet the requirements outlined to support the Chemical Surety mission. An annual physical as well as an annual medical surveillance exam is required. Employee is subject to an annual respiratory fitness exam for the proper wear and usage of a chemical protective mask. The Medical Surveillance exam will include a respirator clearance for a 12-month period. The incumbent will receive an annual and bi-annual fit test. The incumbent will be required to have their M-40 exchanged every six (6) months as well as a new fit test for the mask that has been issued. Please note that the employee is subject to a respiratory fitness exam at any time. Both male and female employees must maintain full compliance of all hair and facial hair standards in accordance with Army Regulation. Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations. This announcement is intended to provide readily available applicants for hard to fill positions as they become vacant. Various vacancies may exist and be filled from this announcement. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be referred to Management as their application packages are received. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. 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. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes demonstrated experience: Providing emergency medical assistance and transport that included conducting triage and basic assessment of patients; administering IV's and operating an ambulance or a hospital providing emergency assistance as needed. 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, which supports the knowledge, skills and ability to do the work of the position. NOTE: You MUST provide a copy of your transcripts. 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. NOTE: You MUST provide a copy of your transcripts.

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address DHA COE Healthcare Recruitment DO NOT MAIL Rock Island, IL 61299 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk