- Position Title
- Chiropractor
- Agency
- U.S. Army Medical Command
- Announcement Number
- NCMD202963303696EM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Saturday, February 29, 2020 to Monday, March 2, 2020
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. 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.
*Note: 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.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. 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.
*Note: 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.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
3.
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist. .
Are you a Priority Placement Program DoD Military Spouse Preference Eligible?
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist. .
Are you a Priority Placement Program DoD Military Spouse Preference Eligible?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Chiropractor position with the Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Chiropractor at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Chiropractor at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
This position requires a current, active, valid, and unrestricted license to practice Chiropractic in a U.S. State, District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction is required. Do you have a current, active, valid, and unrestricted license to practice Chiropractic in a U.S. State, District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Develop self-management treatment plans for patients with chronic pain conditions.
5.
Apply supports such as straps, tapes, bandages, or braces to treat spinal conditions.
6.
Assess patient response to treatment following period of use of supports.
7.
Refer patients to specialist, such as orthopedic surgery or physical therapy, for additional treatment.
8.
Evaluate the functioning of patients' neuro-musculoskeletal system using standard chiropractic systems of diagnosis.
9.
Evaluate laboratory tests (such as X-rays or specialized studies) to aid in rendering chiropractic diagnoses.
10.
Diagnose chiropractic conditions based on patient records, interviews and/or examinations.
11.
Assess patient outcome of treatment through isolating and/or defining axial (spinal) neuro-musculoskeletal conditions.
12.
Perform spinal manipulation by applying knowledge of the neuro-musculoskeletal system and/or biomechanics.
13.
Perform a variety chiropractic procedures such as routine and/or mechanical procedures or osseous and soft tissue procedures for non-axial neuro-musculoskeletal disorders.
14.
Treat spinal conditions by utilizing modalities such as light stimulations, electrical stimulations, hydrotherapy, and/or ultrasound therapy.
15.
Determine the appropriate Chiropractic manipulation technique to utilize to restore joint and/or related soft tissue function.
16.
Prescribe orthotic devices, materials and/or appliances to aid in the treatment of spinal conditions.
17.
Instruct patients on future use and application of prescribed supports (straps, tapes, bandages and/or braces) to ensure self-applied supports function as designed.
18.
Counsel patients on nutrition, exercise, sleeping habits, stress management, and/or other matters related to chiropractic care.
19.
Advise patients on recommended course of treatment and/or follow-up care.
20.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.