The Indian Health Service (IHS) is the principal federal health care provider and health advocate for American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN). The IHS goal is to raise Indian health status to the highest possible level. IHS provides leadership and direction to programs and activities designed to improve health outcomes to over 1.9 million AI/AN through a system of IHS, Tribal and Urban operated facilities and programs.
For information on the IHS visit IHS.GOV
The IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This position is being re-announced to solicit additional candidates; applicants who previously applied to this announcement need not reapply unless submitting updated information and/or missing forms.
ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Indian Health Service (IHS), Nursing Administration, Chinle Service Unit, Chinle, AZ.
POSITION DETAILS: One (1) Vacancy
Salary Range: $67,720 - $97,399 (Annually)
Promotion potential: GS-12
Supervisory/Managerial Position: No
Relocation Expenses Paid: Relocation expenses are not authorized and will not be paid.
Is government housing available? Yes (depending on availability)
Licensure Requirement: This position requires you obtain and maintain an active unrestricted Nursing License for any state. If not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee may be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from the Federal Service.
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