HEALTH AID AND TECHNICIAN

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Health and Fitness Technician supporting physical performance, readiness, and rehabilitation elements of the holistic health approach (HHA) programs directly supporting the Department of the Air Force, Space Force mission assigned 535th Training Squadron program with the goal of building resiliency.

Duties

Provides health and physical activity assessment and intervention programs to improve BMT trainees overall health and well-being. Integrated Rehabilitation and Return-to-Training Execution: Functions as a APTA board certified physical therapist assistant with clinical oversight for musculoskeletal conditions as provided by a credentialed and privileged health care provider in the field of musculoskeletal medicine. Early Injury Identification and Risk Mitigation: Identifies early indicators of musculoskeletal injury across large trainee populations, including overuse patterns, load intolerance, movement inefficiencies, and footwear or equipment-related issues. Human Performance Integration (IPHPO Alignment): Integrates rehabilitation with human performance principles across strength, endurance, mobility, and recovery domains. Data Collection, Trend Analysis, and Reporting: Documents all treatments, responses, and outcomes in accordance with clinical and operational requirements. Qualifications

Conditions of Employment Continued: Must maintain credentials as required by local Military Treatment Facility (MTF) guidance. Employee must be able to receive/maintain privileges/medical staff appointment as a physical therapist assistant by the MTF credentials office, to include participation in ongoing peer review. Must possess and maintain current certification in Basic life Support (BLS) In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment and rehabilitation plans under the supervision or clinical oversight of a Physical Therapist. Providing therapeutic exercise, movement retraining, mobility interventions, and rehabilitation or reconditioning activities for patients. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects related to the position. Education must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. NOTE: You MUST submit a copy of official transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: a combination of specialized experience and education, that when combined equals 100% of the qualification's requirement. NOTE: You MUST submit a copy of official transcripts. NOTE: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of an extensive body of well established health promotion/education theories, principles, practices, evidence-based guidelines, and procedures necessary to provide and document effective health promotion. 2. Knowledge of physiology and/or exercise techniques sufficient to conduct physical activity assessments and provide improvement plans. 3. Ability to consult with the PT to assess progress, modify treatment and set discharge plan, and independently implement treatment plan using knowledge of techniques related to the patient's needs. Knowledge of physical therapy data collection an assessment techniques in order to perform specific interventions and to monitor and capture progress of the patient. 4. Skill in patient instruction, motivation, and education to improve treatment adherence. Ability to identify musculoskeletal injury patterns and communicate findings effectively 5. Knowledge of clinical documentation standards, safety protocols, and equipment handling procedures. 6. Skill in health communication strategies to effectively promote a comprehensive physical activity program as well as skill in verbal and written communication to consult with other health care providers, counsel athletes/ patients, and serve as a consultant to leadership. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements. Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Other Information

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NJ-02 equivalent to a GS-05 to GS-08. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and most recent SF-50 noting position, grade, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.