This position is located in the Division of Medical Services at the Fort Yuma Service Unit, Winterhaven, CA. The purpose of this position is to performs a combination of technical (non-professional medical) and administrative tasks related to the treatment and care of patients in a medical home/ambulatory environment This position reports to the Chief Nurse Executive.

Duties

Major Duties: Conducts intake procedures; obtains general medical information, including allergies and drug sensitivities; and takes and records vital signs (TPR-temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height, weight). Assess/Triage patients as prescribed by hospital or clinic policy (i.e,. Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA). Performs a full range of activities pertinent to the containment and prevention of hospital acquired infections. Ensures medical records are prepared and available. Ensures proper computer entry of patient data and equipment settings. Assess age-specific screening protocols (i.e. Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA), indicators; medication review; pain assessment; growth/development, Body Mass Index (BMI), physical activity, nutritional status; BP control, glycemic control, etc.); monitors patient health and general well-being. Performs less complex dressing and treatments without assistance. Assist with cleaning, irrigating, and dressing complex wounds; documents and informs RN of non-healing wounds. Performs skin care measures. Current and active Certified Medical Assistant certification (CMA) through successfully passing certification exams from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant certification (RMA) from American Medical Technologists (AMT), or National Certified Medical Assistant certification (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) preferred.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GS-05: Have 1 year of specialized experience that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This specialized experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the Federal service as described in the vacancy announcement. Examples Include: Determining patient assessment, distinguishing between normal and abnormal findings, and administering intervention as prescribed by the provider, typical of medical assistant or health education positions. OR Have completed a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to the position. OR Have a combination of education and experience that when combined, fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-05 grade level. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GS-06: Have 1 year of specialized experience that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service as described in the vacancy announcement. Examples Include: Venipuncture, collecting lab specimens, performing basic wound/skin care measures, and administering oral medication, performs subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, typical of experienced medical assistant or health education positions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GS-07: Have 1 year of specialized experience that equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. This experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service as described in the vacancy announcement. Examples Include: Providing complex health care to high risk patients, using specialized equipment such as cardiac monitors, EKG, interpreting examination requests accurately and recognizing a need for additional tests, and establishing a patient care plan, typical of experienced or senior medical assistant or health technician positions. OR Have completed 1 year (18 semester hours) of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position. OR Have a combination of education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-07 grade level. Selective Placement Factor for candidates for Grades: GS-05, or GS-06, or GS-07In addition to the minimum requirements, the following certification is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration. Candidates must possess and provide proof of Certified Medical Assistant from an accredited institute. There are many certifications to choose from, such as Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of health Education Schools (ABHES), or by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education. Current and active Certified Medical Assistant certification (CMA) through successfully passing certification exams from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant certification (RMA) from American Medical Technologists (AMT), or National Certified Medical Assistant certification (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Candidate must maintain their certification through meeting each organization's requirements for ongoing demonstration of proficiency, recency, and currency. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Fort Yuma Service Unit 401 E. Picacho Road Winterhaven, CA 92283 US
• Name: Leeja Bitsoi
• Phone: (480) 255-0018
• Email: [email protected]