- Position Title
- Supervisory Optometrist
- Agency
- Indian Health Service
- Announcement Number
- IHS-24-GP-12497041-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, August 2, 2024 to Friday, August 1, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from 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.
3.
Are you a recipient of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) Health Profession Scholarship authorized under Public Law 94-437?
If yes, confirm:
If yes, confirm:
- You have completed or will be completing the requirements of the approved health profession program within the established timeframe
- Meet all eligibility criteria
- Entitled to a one-time priority referral/selection to fulfill their obligation to provide public service
4.
Are you an American Indian/Alaska Native who is enrolled in a federally recognized tribe as defined by the Secretary of Interior? The Indian Health Service gives qualified American Indian/Alaska Natives preference when filling vacancies in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472), with approved exceptions.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
5.
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:
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.
6.
Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments?
If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Supervisory Optometrist position with the Indian Health Service.
We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire 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 this questionnaire.
SECTION I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND FACTORS
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
Basic Requirement - Education
I have completed a Doctor of Optometry degree from an educational program that is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) at the time the degree was obtained.
I have completed a Doctor of Optometry degree from an educational program that is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) at the time the degree was obtained.
2.
Basic Requirement - Licensure
I have received a passing score on the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) examinations and possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice optometry in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
I have received a passing score on the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) examinations and possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice optometry in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-0662-13
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements listed above, select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-13 level.
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements listed above, select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-13 level.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Examines eyes using diagnostic pharmaceutical agents.
5.
Examines eyes using extended posterior segment evaluation.
6.
Examines eyes using Ocular imaging studies.
7.
Facilitate resolution of interpersonal conflicts using informal and/or formal procedures.
8.
Develop rapport with patients and families to foster trust.
9.
Interact with administrative and supervisory staff members in order to create a culture of teamwork.
10.
Recognize sight-threatening conditions that require other medical services or surgery to correct.
11.
Provide guidance in interpreting policies, procedures, and practices related to optometry.
12.
Make technical decisions when referring patients to other health care practitioner if additional medical treatment is necessary.
13.
Enter consultation requests into an Electronic Health Record (E.H.R.).
14.
Order labs and advance testing in an Electronic Health Record (E.H.R.).
15.
Utilize Electronic Health Record (E.H.R.) data to develop, implement, evaluate and revise an appropriate plan of care.
16.
Counsel and instruct employees on administrative issues and technical work matters.
17.
Develop performance standards, evaluate employee performance and provide feedback to employee.
18.
Have working knowledge of equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
INSTRUCTIONS:
SECTION II. CERTIFICATION OF INFORMATION ACCURACY
As previously explained, your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
Certification of Information Accuracy
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.
19.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.