Nurse (Occupational Health)

Nurse (Occupational Health)

U.S. Department of Defense | Fort Leavenworth, KS, US

Posted 11 days ago

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Description

About the Position

This position is located in the Munson Army Medical Clinic, in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

  • This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
  • A recruitment incentive may be authorized.
  • Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.
  • Student Loan repayment may be authorized.
  • Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes

Duties

  • Provide assessment and treatment for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
  • Perform pre-placement, annual, and periodic job-related administrative, and other medical examinations.
  • Serve as technical advisor and consultant on Occupational Health programs.
  • Participate in reviewing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Occupational Health programs.
  • Participate in reviewing and establishing policy and objectives, which ensure OH services provided are within appropriate legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
  • Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
  • This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
  • A pre-placement medical examination is required.
  • Moderate to heavy lifting up to 44 pounds may be 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.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
  • Applicants must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work weekends and/or holidays.
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