- Position Title
- Health Technician (Clinical Assistant)
- Agency
- Indian Health Service
- Announcement Number
- IHS-25-WR-12667350-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, January 15, 2025 to Wednesday, December 31, 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.
Are you currently a student that has been accepted for enrollment or are enrolled at least half-time in an accredited high school, college, professional, technical, vocational, or trade school pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate? You must remain enrolled and will be required to provide proof of current student status to be eligible for this program.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
7.
Are you a recent graduate who has completed, within the previous two years, a qualifying associate's, bachelor's, master's, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate? (Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply).
If eligible, submit a copy of your transcripts to support your recent graduate eligibility. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
If eligible, submit a copy of your transcripts to support your recent graduate eligibility. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
8.
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.
9.
Political, Schedule C, Non-career SES Appointee: In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you been or are you currently an employee in the Executive Branch serving on a political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointment? If yes, and you are selected through this vacancy announcement, you may be required to obtain approval by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prior to beginning employment.
A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an Assistant position to a top-level Federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations. A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director, OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties.
A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an Assistant position to a top-level Federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations. A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director, OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Full Time Availability - 40 hours per week
4.
Full Time Availability
5.
Are you applying for permanent or temporary position?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this HEALTH TECHNICIAN (CLINICAL ASSISTANT) 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.
SECTION I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND FACTORS.
1.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-0640-04
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-04 level.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-04 level.
2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-0640-05
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-05 level.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-05 level.
3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-0640-06
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-06 level.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-06 level.
4.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-0640-07
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-07 level.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-07 level.
5.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR, GS-05, GS-06, GS-07 Applicants:
In addition to the minimum requirements, the following certification is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. For grades GS-05, GS-06 and GS-07 candidates, you must submit evidence of current certification. Candidates must possess and provide proof of Certified Medical Assistant from an accredited institute. There are many certifications to choose from, such as American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), which are widely recognized. Candidates for grades GS-05, GS-6, and GS-07 who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
In addition to the minimum requirements, the following certification is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. For grades GS-05, GS-06 and GS-07 candidates, you must submit evidence of current certification. Candidates must possess and provide proof of Certified Medical Assistant from an accredited institute. There are many certifications to choose from, such as American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), which are widely recognized. Candidates for grades GS-05, GS-6, and GS-07 who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
6.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYEMENT for GS-04 Applicants:
If you are applying for the GS-04 grade level, you must be able to obtain certification as a Medical Assistant within 1 year of entrance on duty. Certification can be gained through completion of an accredited medical assisting program and passing a medical assistant certification examination leading to certification as a Medical Assistant OR through possession of 1 year of medical assisting employment and passing a medical assistant certification examination leading to certification as a Medical Assistant.
If you are applying for the GS-04 grade level, you must be able to obtain certification as a Medical Assistant within 1 year of entrance on duty. Certification can be gained through completion of an accredited medical assisting program and passing a medical assistant certification examination leading to certification as a Medical Assistant OR through possession of 1 year of medical assisting employment and passing a medical assistant certification examination leading to certification as a Medical Assistant.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Contact suppliers to correct discrepancies or errors on orders.
8.
File or fax lab results to healthcare providers in accordance with privacy procedures.
9.
Inventory and order clinical supplies based on shortages.
10.
Prepare work orders for defective equipment.
11.
Manage referrals for patients to outside specialists.
12.
Provide interpretation of technical information (e.g., interpretation of medical information) to a group with limited medical knowledge or expertise.
13.
Assist health care provider in prescribed interventions (i.e., changing dressings, using aseptic technique).
14.
Assist health care provider to examine or treat patients (i.e., providing instruments or materials, perform injections or remove sutures).
15.
Assist health care provider to reinforce instructions in the techniques of self-administered care to patients.
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Assist patients with prescribed interventions (i.e., ambulation, dressing changes, splint application, EKGs).
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Assist with office surgical procedures, such as, soft tissue biopsy, wart excision, incision and drainage, or soft tissue mass excision.
18.
Prepare exam room by setting up necessary supplies, instrumentation, and/or equipment.
19.
Provide wound care maintenance of patients (i.e., clean, irrigate, repack, or dress wounds).
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Record a patients' vital statistics, test results, and other details in medical records.
21.
Review chart for pertinent health issues to update the healthcare provider.
22.
Understand abnormal vital sign findings to report to the registered nurse or provider.
23.
Inject medicine into a patient's muscle using a syringe as prescribed by a doctor.
24.
Inject medicine via subcutaneous, intra-dermal and/or subcutaneous injection to a patient according to doctors' orders.
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Conduct electrocardiograms to provide results to the physician.
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Perform proper sterilization of instruments and equipment.
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Record patient assessments, such as height, weight, temperature, and blood pressure.
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.I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this
Certification of Information Accuracy
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this
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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.