Chiropractor

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA (DOD); Louisiana; In loco; USD 90.000 - 116.000; Tempo pieno

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Fort Polk, Louisiana–based chiropractic position within Military Treatment Facilities under DHA (DOD) is opened as a Direct Hire Solicitation. The role requires performing chiropractic care and related duties within a federal service context.

Compensation is listed as $89,508 – $116,362 per year at GS-12, with up to five percent travel and potential incentives. An unrestricted chiropractic license is highly preferred, with comprehensive background checks and immunization requirements.

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• US Citizens eligible to apply.
• Unrestricted chiropractic license highly preferred.
• Background check and security requirements may apply.

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• Perform chiropractic adjustment to restore joint and related soft tissue function.
• Diagnose chiropractic conditions by questioning, observing and examining patients as well as reviewing patient’s health histories.
• Counsel patients on nutrition, exercise, sleeping habits, stress management, and other matters related to chiropractic care.
• Write prescriptions for orthotic devices, materials and appliances that are made available.
• Order diagnostic clinical laboratory studies to include but not limited to electrolyte profile, CBC, ESR, urinalysis, urine culture/sensitivity and stool for occult blood.

Conoscenze

Chiropractic license

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Summary

About the Position: This position is located at Fort Polk, Louisiana.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

• A recruitment or relocation 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.

Having an unrestricted chiropractic license is highly preferred.

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Summary

About the Position: This position is located at Fort Polk, Louisiana.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

• A recruitment or relocation 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.

Having an unrestricted chiropractic license is highly preferred.

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Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Polk, LA
No matching locations found.
Work site options

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$89,508 – $116,362 per year

GS 12

Promotion potential:

None

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Full-time

Occasional travel – Up to five percent travel may be required for this position

Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0601 General Health Science

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This job is in the Competitive Service

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Secret

• Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
• Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
• Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

HSJW-27-13105043-DHA

890848000

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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• Perform chiropractic adjustment to restore joint and related soft tissue function.
• Diagnose chiropractic conditions by questioning, observing and examining patients as well as reviewing patient’s drug therapies, health and medical histories.
• Counsel patients on nutrition, exercise, sleeping habits, stress management, and other matters related to chiropractic care.
• Write prescriptions for orthotic devices, materials and appliances that are made available.
• Order diagnostic clinical laboratory studies to include but not limited to electrolyte profile, CBC, ESR, urinalysis, urine culture/sensitivity and stool for occult blood.

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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.
• 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.
• Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.
• A pre-placement medical examination is required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and 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