PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT/NURSE PRACTITIONER (AEROSPACE MEDICINE)

Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT/NURSE PRACTITIONER (AEROSPACE MEDICINE), Position Description Number T5685000 and is part of the CO MED DET, National Guard. This position is primarily for administrative medical assessments and readiness functions. Learn more about this agency Duties Conducts specialized aeromedical physical exams, utilizing extended specialized training from successful completion of the Army Flight Surgeon Course and professional experience actively monitors assigned ARNG personnel to enhance aircrew health and safety and prepare/update case management records for personnel with flight duty, deployment, or fitness restrictions. Obtains and maintains access to, training for, and provides clinically relevant input into Soldiers' electronic health care records - including MHS Genesis, MEDPROS, AERO, and the Centralized Aviation Flight Records System (CAFRS) - to complete Flying Duty Medical Examinations (Initial, long, short, Aeromedical summaries) for all applicants to US Army Aeromedical Activity (AAMA) and current aircrew members. Keep Commanders appraised of Medical Recommendation for Flying or Special Operations Duty using DD Form 2992. Maintains situational awareness of current Aeromedical Policy Letters (APLs), Aeromedical Technical Bulletins. Management of flight waivers and associated documents. Coordinate care and specialized examinations to be conducted at Fort Novosel or other locations in support of aeromedical requirements. Provide input on formulary medications including stockage levels, storage and reporting requirements, and surge requirements. Coordinate maintenance of aeromedical records with aviation units and MEDDET teams. Uses clinical skills and knowledge to complete comprehensive medical and physical assessments, and preventative medical services for assigned soldiers IAW with prescribed regulations, policies and orders. Perform soldier evaluations including physical examinations to determine if the standards of AR 40-501 are met in response to Commander requests (e.g., Fit for Duty Evaluations, specialty exams for schools and positions). Establish clear and concise communication with the referring provider as necessary. Ensure COCOM guidance criteria and waiver submission accordingly. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Submit all required documentation. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. This position requires a SECRET security clearance, the incumbent of this position must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, some organizations may require a TOP SECRET. Must be able to obtain and maintain credentialing, privileging through the National Guard's Centralized Credentialing and Privileging Preparation Board. Possess a valid, unrestricted license in the US State, territory, or the District of Columbia to practice medicine, board eligible or board certified to include maintaining continuing medical education (CME) hours. Employee will be required to wear and use personal protective equipment as required and provided by the employer. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. The employee is subject to random drug testing. This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is therefore subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations. This position is covered by Health Affairs Policy 96006, 23 October 1996, which requires the employee to obtain Hepatitis B Immunization unless exempted by a physician. Prior to appointment the applicant must be flight/aeromedical qualified, refresher training IAW with the Army policy and regulations. Qualifications 1. Experience and knowledge will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. 2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet each experience listed below. 3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of your knowledge or experience. DO NOT copy each bullet listed below word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal knowledge or experience as it pertains to each bullet. You will be immediately disqualified if you fail to include your knowledge or experience in your resume. Must have experience or knowledge in each of the following: 1. Experience working with or knowledge of military medical organizational structure, policies and procedures to review records/referrals and determine appropriate aeromedical and operational dispositions of line of duty and medical continuation determinations; separation history and physical exams; incapacitation pay; convalescent leave; and the need for disability evaluation system processing; flight and occupational exams and waivers. 2. Experience working with or knowledge of pharmaceuticals in order to prescribe medication required for medical readiness in support of deployments. 3. Experience assessing, diagnosing, treating, and prescribing medication for specified illnesses in accordance with current modalities within scopes of practice and to recognize conditions requiring physical attention and intervention. 4. Experience identifying a medical problem and determining appropriate action to meet the problem, including referral to an attending physician. 5. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain rapport with patients and their family members in order to facilitate health care counseling guidance and health maintenance instructions. 6. Ability to teach patients healthy regimen and responsibility required to achieve wellness. Education Education cannot be substituted for Specialized Experience for this position. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)). 1. PCS funds are not available (unless otherwise stated). 2. A security clearance may be required for this position. Please contact the selecting supervisor or state security manager with questions regarding clearances. (Failure to obtain/maintain a security clearance may be grounds for termination from the Technician program.) 3. This position may be contingent on the vacancy of the incumbent even if not otherwise stated in this announcement. Please contact the HRO with any questions regarding hiring dates. 4. We use E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? You are strongly encouraged to provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214 (member 4 copy), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support Detachment (PSD). The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). Veterans should upload their DD-214 once they receive it upon separation. ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, are strongly encouraged to provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. If you'd like more information on Veterans' Preference or are unsure about your eligibility, please visit https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/5881. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. 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