Dietitian

• Medical nutrition therapy to individuals and nutrition education to groups.
• Evaluate pattems and relationships among data obtained and root causes for nutrition problerns.
  Obtains data and analyze and interpret data based on evidence-based standards.
• Develop and implement an individualized plan for nutrition intervention according to the patients
  medical program goals and objectives nutrition prescription and self-management training.
• Provides health education/promotion interventions including breastfeeding support to individuals
  and groups
• Creates maintains and updates daily weekly and monthly activity schedules to manage workload.

Additional Requirement (Continued):

• Flexibility in duty hours Required to work rotating shifts after hours weekends and holidays.
• Government Housing may be available.

This position meets the criteria specified in pillar number one of the five pillars of the PHS Commissioned Corps. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps MUST apply online under the merit promotion announcement indicated above in order to receive consideration. For more information on PHS Commissioned Corps visit the website at: Selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently temporarily or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year 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.

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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 individuals 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.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.
Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):
Applicants must meet ONE of the following requirements for all grade levels:

• Bachelors or graduate/higher level degree in the fields of dietetics food nutrition food service management institution management or related science. The educational program must have been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. For dietitian positions the curriculum must have been in accordance with the qualifying requirements established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) (formerly American Dietetic Association (ADA) prior to January 1 2012) in effect at the time of graduation.
• Completion of a coordinated undergraduate program internship or other clinical component approved by AND (formerly ADA) for dietitians or nutritionists.
• Professional registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

Note: Employees currently assigned to positions in this occupational series as of September 2017 will be considered to have met the basic requirements for the position occupied.

In addition to the Basic Requirements you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
GS-07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

• I have a combination of education and specialized experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for GS-07 grade level; or
• 1-year of graduate-level education or a bachelors degree with superior academic achievement or 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS-05 level. Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide nutrition services through nutritional assessments nutrient calculations individualized interventions therapeutic diet planning patient monitoring and evidence-based education. Documents care in electronic health records collaborate with healthcare and food service teams supports nutrition programs monitors quality and compliance analyzes program data and recommends service improvements using established guidelines.

GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

• 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a masters degree or masters or equivalent graduate degree; or
• I have a combination of education and specialized experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for GS-09 grade level
• Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide nutrition services through nutritional assessments individualized interventions therapeutic diets health promotion breastfeeding support and evidence-based education. Analyzes nutritional data monitors patient outcomes documents care collaborates with interdisciplinary teams supports quality monitoring and program activities and contributes recommendations for service improvements in accordance with established standards and policies.

SELECTIVE FACTOR:

• Must possess and maintain current registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration from any State District of Columbia the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or a territory of the United States. (Must provide proof of a current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration with your application.)

Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.