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Podiatry Technician Department of Defense Military Treatment Facilities under DHA Arwin Army Community Hospital Apply Print Share Save
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Summary This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. See Additional Information section for incentives offered This is a Direct Hire Authority DHA solicitation utilized to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 03052026 to 06302026 Salary 45409 to - 59031 per year Pay scale & grade GS 6 Location Many vacancies in the following location Fort Riley KS Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family Series 0640 Health Aid And Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NSLow Risk Trust determination process Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number HSJW-26-12902534-DHA-S Control number 859830700
About the Position This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. See Additional Information section for incentives offered This is a Direct Hire Authority DHA solicitation utilized to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 03052026 to 06302026 Salary 45409 to - 59031 per year Pay scale & grade GS 6 Location Many vacancies in the following location Fort Riley KS Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family Series 0640 Health Aid And Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NSLow Risk Trust determination process Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number HSJW-26-12902534-DHA-S Control number 859830700
Duties Perform a full range of technical care for foot ankle and lower extremities. Perform exams on patients that are seen in the Podiatry clinic on all consults that request orthotic evaluation. Perform minor surgical procedures that can be difficult and complex under the direct supervision of the Podiatric physician. Perform all post-operative care to include evaluation of surgical site dressing changes and suture removal. Order basic lab radiology nuclear medicine and brace shop requests to assist Podiatrist with required patient care. Construct and fit elastoplast arch supports and buttress pads to prevent pain and assist with daily function and movement. Fit and adjust crutches to the patient. Monitor and order all clinic supplies as approved by podiatrist.
Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination as determined by a completed background investigation. A Personnel Security Investigation is required. 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. 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. After one year of experience in this position incumbent will take and pass the national certification exam. This is required condition of employment after the first year of work. Failure to obtain certification will be cause for termination.
Who May Apply US Citizens In order to qualify you must meet the education andor experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps and other organizations e.g. professional philanthropic religious spiritual community student social. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience if qualifying based on education your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience One year of specialized experience which includes assisting a Podiatrist in treatment and procedures such as debridement of toenails removal of corns or calluses or applications of medications or dressings preparing patients for podiatric procedures or exams and maintaining supplies. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade level position in the federal service GS-05. OREducation A half year i.e. 9 semester hours of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position such as Podiatry. OR Combination of Education and Experience A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100. To compute the percentage of the requirements divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours or equivalent by 9. Add the two percentages. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information visit httpssites.ed.govinternationalrecognition-of-foreign-qualifications.
How to Apply To apply for this position you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM EST on 06302026 to receive consideration. To begin click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account you will need to create one before beginning the application httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire12902534. Follow the prompts to select your resume andor other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information refer to the Required Documents section. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package resume supporting documents and responses to the questionnaire is complete accurate and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center. To verify the status of your application log into your USAJOBS account httpswww.usajobs.govapplicantprofiledashboard all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means visit httpshelp.usajobs.govhow-toapplicationstatus.
Required Documents The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements. As described above your complete application includes your resume your responses to the online questionnaire and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.