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Army Medical Command |
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Tripler, Ft. Shafter, Kapalama and Camp Smith, HI
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$26264 to $34139 |
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Army Medical Command
Job Announcement Number:
WTEW08384608
Health Technician (Orthopedic)
SALARY RANGE: 26,264.00 - 34,139.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Saturday, January 05, 2008
to Tuesday, January 15, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0640-5/5POSITION INFORMATION: - Temporary Position Not to Exceed: TERM NTE 2 years -- Full Time
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - HI - Tripler, Ft. Shafter, Kapalama and Camp Smith
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
US Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
DEPARTMENT OF ARMY RANKED ONE OF THE TOP TEN FEDERAL WORKPLACES FOR 2007!
Challenge Yourself - Be an Army Civilian - Go Army!
Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
Organization(s):
Tripler Army Medical Center, Dept. of Surgery, Orthopedic Service, HI**Currently Authorized 25% Cost of Living Allowance**
About the Position: The primary purpose of this job is to perform a variety of specialized tasks to assist in the treatment of patients with orthopedic conditions and/or injuries, under the supervision of an Orthopedic Physician, Orthopedic Physician Assistant, Podiatrist, Orthopedic Residents, nursing staff and clinic NCOIC.
Maintains medical and administrative supplies; provides guidance to clerical personnel in maintaining proper patient flow and proper utilization of time and space for efficient patient care. Obtains or provides information on patients, involving contacts with nursing personnel, laboratory, pathology, orthotist, etc. Enters appropriate and accurate patient information in patient's computerized data based chart.
**Moving costs are NOT authorized.**
Who May Apply: Click here for more information. All U. S. citizens and Nationals with allegiance to the United States.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) eligibles.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. Citizen
Send Mail to:
Central Resume Processing Center
314 Johnson Street
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5283
For questions about this job:
Central Resume Processing Center
Phone: 410-306-0137
Email: applicanthelp@cpsrxtp.belvoir.army.mil
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| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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WTEW08384608
Health Technician (Orthopedic)
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Click on link below to view qualification standard.
General Schedule One year Specialized Experience that required the application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of the position to be filled. Specialized Experience: Knowledge and skill sufficient to perform a moderately difficult range of specialized tasks pertaining to treatment of patients with orthopedic problems and sufficient experience to perform as a responsible assistant to an Orthopedic Physician, Orthopedic Physician Assistant, Podiatrist, or Orthopedic Residents. Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply braces, remove casts and splints, fit crutches and canes and provide instructions to patients on proper care of specific conditions and proper use and application of braces. Knowledge of the clinical and surgical procedures performed in clinic and instrumentation used in connection with orthopedic surgery and skill sufficient to pass instruments to the surgeon during minor surgical and clinical procedures performed in clinical treatment room. Knowledge and skill sufficient to provide emotional support techniques for the purpose of reassuring fearful patients.The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened for the Office of Personnel Management's basic qualifications requirements, and the skills needed to perform the duties of this position as described in this vacancy announcement.Education can be substituted for experience. Review the qualification requirements for specific information.One year of experience in the same or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position being filled.Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.htmlForeign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered for this position. Please include this information in your resume.
Other Requirements:
Click here for more information.Personnel security investigation required.A medical examination is required.Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.Direct Deposit of Pay is Required.You may claim Military Spouse Preference.Applicants claiming veteran's preference must clearly show an entitlement to such preference on the resume/supplemental data submitted.One year trial/probationary period may be required.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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Resumes will be evaluated for basic qualifications requirements and for the skills needed to perform the duties of the position, as described in this vacancy announcement and identified by the Selecting Official for the position.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
WTEW08384608
Health Technician (Orthopedic)
Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - HI - Tripler, Ft. Shafter, Kapalama and Camp Smith
MAJOR DUTIES:
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Obtains vital signs, chief complaint(s) and/or patient history following clinic guidelines. Reports abnormal and/or significant data to nursing staff orthopedic technician and physician. Prepares patients for examinations, minor procedures and clinical treatments by instruction of physician. Assist physicians with examinations, treatments and procedures including assistance with instrument, injections, dressings, medication, diagnostic studies, biological specimens and patient treatment and consent forms. Fits and assists in instructions of crutches or canes use for patients proper gait. Makes prescribed modifications of supportive devices. Acts as first assistant to Orthopedic Physician, Orthopedic Physician Assistant, Podiatrist, or Orthopedic Residents in performing injections, reductions and minor surgical procedures. Records completion of procedures appropriate and accurate in patient's computerized data based chart. Participates in effective and efficient patient treatment.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
WTEW08384608
Health Technician (Orthopedic)
BENEFITS:
The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include: Comprehensive health and life insuranceCompetitive salariesGenerous retirement programsPaid holidays, sick leave, and vacation timeFlexible work environment and alternate work schedulesPaid employment related training and educationPossible student loan repaymentPayment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicableBonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job.
OTHER INFORMATION:
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Click here for more information. To successfully claim veteran's preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. Please review the information listed under the Other Requirements link on this announcement or review our on-line Job Application Kit.Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available on http://www.cpms.osd.mil/fas/staffing/pdf/rem_ann.pdfSalary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.This position is a TERM position. It is temporary and may be extended up to a maximum of four years.Locality pay does not apply in the overseas area.Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses are not authorized.
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