Advanced Practice Provider (O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory

Description:

This position provides direct patient care to ICE detainees, including evaluations, treatments, minor procedures, and referrals. Responsibilities include infection control, documentation, mentoring, and adherence to clinical policies. Requires licensure, certifications, and physical readiness.

This position is only open to USPHS officers who are currently IHSC employees.
USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.

Requirements:

COMPETENCIES:

1. Superior oral/written communication skills.
2. Analytical Skills and ability to navigate complex system.
3. Strong interpersonal and active listening skills.
4. Strong organizational and time management skills.
5. Demonstrates strong problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills.
6. Demonstrates Integrity/Honesty and Cultural Competency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds.
2. Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
3. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self).
4. The work may necessitate some physical characteristics that will be required when responding to an emergency situation, such as running a short distance, prolonged standing and working in an austere environment.