Physician (Epidemiologist)

The incumbent in this position serves as the Physician Epidemiologist. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Physician Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Plans, designs, and/or interprets epidemiologic studies; develops and/or supports surveillance systems and health indicators to monitor American Indian/Alaska Native population health. Leads and/or supports epidemiologic investigations involving disease outbreaks, environmental emergencies, and other urgent community health threats; in collaboration with appropriate partners, designs and implements interventions; provides technical guidance to leadership. Coordinates and represents PAIHS in interagency public health projects involving IHS, CDC, and Federal, State, and/or local agencies to improve care and preventive services. Collaborates with Tribes and/or community stakeholders to identify public health priorities; builds local epidemiologic capacity through training; and communicates complex public health information to diverse audiences. Interviews and examines patients, reviews medical history, and performs diagnostic tests to make preliminary diagnoses; provides routine, urgent and emergency care in accordance with clinical training and approved clinical privileges; and coordinates patient referrals and follow-up care.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a ar trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. IHS Selectees that will work in an IHS health care facility may be subject to Employee Health Policies related to Measles and Rubella, and seasonal influenza immunizations. Vaccine exemption requests may be available according to the National and/or Service Unit guidance. The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.