Physician (Pediatrics)
Location: Redstone Arsenal Alabama
Description: Department of the Army is at present looking to employ Physician (Pediatrics) right now, this position will be placed in Alabama. For detail informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. 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 op! erations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
About the Position:
Recruitment or relocation bonus may be paid.
Medical malpractice liability insurance is not required for federal civilian healthcare providers as they are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 1346(b)) while acting within the scope of their employment.
Duty Location: You will be working at Fox Army Health Center in the Patient Centered Medical Home at Redstone Arsenal, AL.
Who May Apply:
All U.S. Citizens and Nationals with allegiance to the United States.
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You may check your status online at http://medcell.army.mil/status.asp KEY REQUIREMENTS
Moving expenses may be paid.
This is a Direct Hire solicitation. DUTIES:
You will serve as a Pediatric Physician in the Patient Centered Medic! al Home, Fox Army Community Health Center at Redstone Arsenal,! AL. Scope of services include, but are not limited to:
Supervise isolation measures for children with communicable diseases.
Provide medical care and treatment for communicable diseases in all age groups when necessary.
Direct and conduct clinic for children.
Record medical data case history on prescribed Army Medical Department forms.
Perform physical examinations on children as required.
Provide technical medical supervision for Pediatric Nurse.
Instruct and supervise other medical personnel in care and treatment of patients.
Administer and prescribe medicine and treatment.
Employ such technical and diagnostic procedures as: X-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory procedures examination of tissues (utilizing microscopic laboratory facilities at the Army Area Medical Laboratory, etc.)
Diagnose and treatment many fields of medical specializations, e.g., dermatology, allergy, pathology, pediatrics, psychiatry, neurology and! others.
Direct referral to specialists on the staff of the Health Center or Civilian Network for further treatment or to establish treatment program with supporting services on an outpatient basis, i.e., social work, physical therapy, radiology, dental, psychiatry, etc., for patients. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Degree: Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy from a school in the United States or Canada approved by a recognized accrediting body in the year of the applicants graduation. [A Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a foreign medical school that provided education and medical knowledge substantially equivalent to accredited schools in the United States may be demonstrated by permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) (or a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the United States and graduate education in a foreign country).
Graduate Train! ing: Subsequent to obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Oste! opathy degree, a candidate must have had at least 1 year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting, i.e., a 1-year internship or the first year of a residency program in an institution accredited for such training.
Licensure: Candidates must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
Specialized Experience: Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they possess 4 years of residency training in the specialty of the position to be filled or equivalent experience and training in the specialty of Pediatrics. This required Pediatric experience/training will include skills such as, but not limited to, a wide range of medical duties specializing in all aspects of patient care for patients of all ages, such as advanced examination, diagnosis and treatment to ensure effectivenes! s of treatment, post discharge. At least one year of this experienece must have been equivalent to the next lower level, which would involve independent treatment of complex cases requiring advanced skills.
Other Requirements:
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Personnel security investigation required.
This position requires a Childcare Background Check (CNACI).
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Direct Deposit of pay is required.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing. Tentatively selected applicants will be required to sign DA Form 5019 requiring participation in random drug urinalysis testing. A job offer to an applicant who is a not a current em! ployee will be withdrawn if the applicant refuses to be tested. Applica! nts with verified positive test results shall be refused employment. Applications from such individuals shall not be considered for employment for a period of 6 months from the date of the test results.
A pre-placement medical examination is required.
Immunization screening is 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.
This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is therefore subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations. Applicants tentatively selected for appointment to this position will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations.
All Health Care Providers must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) Training and certification Current Advanced Life Support of other advanced certification d! oes not supersede BLS completion.
Position requires employee to wear a uniform and/or protective clothing.
If selected, official college or university transcript must be submitted.
If selected, candidate must provide documents for credentialing. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Basis for Rating: Your application package (resume and supporting documents) will be reviewed to verify that you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, as described in this Job Announcement and identified by the Selecting Official for the position. Your resume will be used to evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing! that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, yo! u may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Information about ICTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp . BENEFITS:
The Department of Defe! nse offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include:
Comprehensive health and life insurance
Competitive salaries
Generous retirement programs
Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules
Paid employment related training and education
Possible student loan repayment
Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicable
Bonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job. OTHER INFORMATION:
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid experience or volunteer work.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of the Army.!
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This position starts available on: Mon, 20 May 2013 15:04:47 GMT