Animal Health Assistant (Developmental) NF-02/03

• Job family (Series)

  0704 Animal Health Technician

  Similar jobs

  • Assistants, Veterinary
  • Veterinary Assistants

• Requirements

  Requirements

  Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
  • A one year probationary period may be required
  • Ability to work occasional Saturdays for special events
  • Satisfactorily complete a physical examination (to include all mandated immunizations to work in a veterinary environment) prior to entrance on duty.
  • Must not have an aversion to animals, blood, bodily fluids, animal tissues, strong odors, needles, or sharp instruments.
  • Physical Requirements (applicable to all levels): Ability to lift animals and supplies up to 40 pounds, and on occasion greater than 40 pounds with the help of others. Long periods of standing, restraining, kneeling, and reaching, etc.

  Qualifications

  Animal Health Assistant (Developmental), NF-02:
  Work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the above duties which could have been gained at a pet store, farm work, animal shelter etc. Basic requirements include knowledge of approved restraint techniques of animals in accordance with the guidelines of the AVMA - American Veterinary Medical Association or equivalent (e.g. VMSB - Veterinary Medical Standardization Board etc.); and knowledge of proper vaccines and syringe handling.
  
  Best Qualified: Candidates that possess demonstrated experience including proficiency in basic medical terminology; application of appropriate restraint techniques to perform a variety of routine medical and diagnostic procedures (to include proper radiological techniques); proficiency in recording medical history and treatment in ccSOAP (Chief Complaint Subjective Objective Assessment Plan); explains product information and/or treatment plan to clients as directed by the Veterinarian.
  
  ADDITIONAL DUTIES/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE OUTLINED IN PD# 20210 for NF-02 Animal Health Assistant
  
  Animal Health Assistant (Full Performance), NF-03:
  A minimum of six (6) months demonstrated experience directly related to the duties required in the position that must have been gained through practical application in a Veterinary Medical setting and which demonstrates the knowledge, clinical skills, and abilities essential to perform successfully in accordance with the guidelines of the AVMA - American Veterinary Medical Association or equivalent (e.g. VMSB - Veterinary Medical Standardization Board etc.). Demonstrated experience include: proficiency in basic medical terminology; utilizes correct sterile techniques; apply appropriate restraint techniques to perform a variety of routine medical and diagnostic procedures (to include proper radiological techniques); proficiency in recording medical history and treatment in ccSOAP (Chief Complaint Subjective Objective Assessment Plan); explains product information and/or treatment plan to clients as directed by the Veterinarian; determine preventive wellness plan to include required medical treatments and vaccinations requirements based on patient medical history; utilize in-house laboratory equipment to perform diagnostics tests; conduct routine maintenance on in-house laboratory equipment; completes lab request form for reference laboratories; prepares samples for shipment to outside laboratories.
  
  Best Qualified: Possess or have the ability to reactivate/obtain a registration, license, or certification as a veterinary assistant or higher through an accredited program (e.g. as identified on the www.NAVTA.net website Possess basic supply management experience which includes: ordering supplies, maintaining sufficient stock levels, completing monthly inventory counts and documenting expiration dates of in stock medications and vaccines.
  
  ADDITIONAL DUTIES/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE OUTLINED IN PD# 20209 for NF-03 Animal Health Assistant
  
  The information provided on your resume should be clear and specific. You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed.

  Education

  This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

  Additional information

  Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is local commuting area is defined as Kaiserslautern and surrounding area within 50-mile radius; in addition to, you are considered eligible if one of the following applies: you live outside of this area and are able to commute to work on a daily/as needed basis or you are able to relocate yourself on your own expenses (must be able to be present for work within 2 weeks of selection) you are a military spouse located at this installation, or you are an involuntarily separated military member. SOFA eligibilities must be met. Logistical support will not be provided (i.e. selectee must already have and maintain command sponsorship through eligible dependency or other employment).
  • (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration).

  
  Salary Information:
  Salary is pro-rated based on a 40 hour work week and will be determined based on grade level qualified. Hourly salary is:
  NF-02 $9.10ph to $9.85ph
  NF-03 $11.74ph to $11.85ph ($24,501pa to $24,731pa)
  
  
  Manual Applications:

  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 4:00pm EST (Monday -Thursday) or 3:00pm EST (Friday) on the closing date of the announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

  
  Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs:

  • Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government’s interest.

  
  Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:

  • It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs (To view kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf).

  
  Scheduling Information:

  • Below defines theemployment category for this position:
    - Flexible/Intermittent(00 guaranteed hours per week however may be scheduled to work between 0-40 hours per week based on mission needs)
  • Work schedule to be determined after hire.

  
  Other:

  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Employment Overseas provides a lot of additional benefits & entitlements, for information click here.
  • Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program, for information click here.
  • Logistical support (i.e. ID card/Command sponsorship) is not provided for this employment opportunity.

  
  

  How You Will Be Evaluated

  You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

  Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: Minimum Qualifications, Conditions of Employment, Physical Requirements, Highly Preferred Criteria, and Integrity Certification.
  
  Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Family Member Preference (OCONUS ONLY)
  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

  
  
  Qualified Preference-eligible candidates (e.g. Military Spouse Preference, Involuntarily Separated Military Preference) meeting the highly preferred criteria will be referred to management first.
  
  If an additional list is required, Non-Preference Eligible Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and meeting the highly preferred criteria will be referred to management.
  
  Lastly, if no selection was made off of the previous lists, management may make selections for candidates meeting the minimum qualifications only.
  
  NOTE:Candidates meeting the full performance level (in line with above ranking/rating criteria) will be referred to the Selecting Official first. Based on available candidate pool, qualified candidates meeting the NF-02 criteria will be referred (due to lack of full performance eligible candidates).
  

  Background checks and security clearance

  Security clearance

  Not Required

  Drug test required

  No

  Position sensitivity and risk

  Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

  Trust determination process

  Suitability/Fitness

• Required Documents

  Required Documents

  The following documents must be submitted with your application:
  

  • Resume

  
  Optional: Job Application (DA Form 3433) will accepted in place of a Resume.
  
  The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • License
  • DA 3433
  • DA 3434
  • OAV Spouse/Parent Documentation
  • ISMP Card for Involuntary Military Personnel
  • PCS Orders
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

• Benefits

  Benefits

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This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.