Medical Officer

Summary

The incumbent will serve as a physician (Medical Officer) providing subject matter expertise and analysis as a Senior Technical Advisor for accident investigation and research programs at the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in the areas of human physiology and medical fitness, human toxicology and pathology, medical epidemiology, and biomechanics.

Duties

As a Medical Officer,SL-0602-00, this position will be a physician (doctor of medicine, doctor of osteopathic medicine, or equivalent) who has extensive knowledge and experience in areas such as toxicology; clinical and forensic pathology; determinations of cognitive or physical impairment related to the cause of an accident; research methodology; injury analysis; and using medical literature to provide evidence-based support for medical conclusions. In addition, the candidate should possess expertise in communicating complex medical issues in plain language, writing technical reports, and have the skills to develop and present educational programs dealing with medical issues in an accident investigation. Finally, the ideal candidate must be available to investigate medical and injury issues related to transportation accidents anywhere across the United States. As a Medical Officer, SL-0602-00, you will perform the following duties: Serve as an expert consultant in researching, evaluating, and interpreting medical records and other evidence relating to accident investigations and safety studies across all transportation modes. Conduct or lead a variety of safety studies related to medical fitness using accident investigation results as the basis for formulating recommendations for safety improvements. Adopted recommendations will impact worldwide transportation industries. Provide written medical analysis of accident investigations, medical issues, and toxicology findings, including medical conditions and qualifications of transportation operators. Write authoritative technical papers that analyze clinical medical, biomechanical, policy, epidemiologic, and/or ergonomic issues related to transportation safety. Provide technical review of such issues for investigative reports. Analyze and make recommendations on issues related to medical priorities and develops unique program evaluation and assessment ideas in anticipation of, or in response to, Congressional interest.

Qualifications and evaluation

Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., two-page resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire and the result of the Structured Resume Review. Structured Resume Review: Subject matter experts (SMEs) will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required specialized experience. SMEs will review ONLY 2 pages of your resume. SMEs will not review additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume). Applicants passing the structured resume review will move on to the next phase of the assessment process. If you meet the minimum qualifications stated in the vacancy announcement, you will be placed in one of the three pre-defined categories. The categories are shown below and candidates placed in the "Highly Qualified" category will be identified for referral to the hiring manager. Highly Qualified - Applicants with a background demonstrating a superior level of possession of all competencies. Well Qualified - Applicants with a background demonstrating a satisfactory level of possession of the competencies. Qualified - Applicants possessing the specialized experience described above and any education or selective factor if also required. How you will be evaluated for preference eligibility: The Category Rating Method does not add Veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three" but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Documented preference eligibles who meet minimum qualification/eligibility requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% will be listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-9 grade level or higher. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to determine your eligibility and qualifications. If mandatory requirements are met, your application will be further evaluated based on training, experience and other factors critical to successful job performance. Your resume must include the technical qualifications indicated below, meaning it must explicitly explain within the two-page resume these technical qualifications. Your skills and experience must be incorporated within your two-page resume itself. Technical Qualifications - Demonstrated experience and expertise in the following: (1) gathering medical evidence, including selecting appropriate studies and coordinating with medical experts across multiple disciplines; (2) interpreting medical evidence to draw conclusions about conditions and substances that may affect performance, and about mechanisms and severity of acute traumatic injuries; and (3) communicating about medical topics to expert and non-expert audiences, including through direct instruction, technical writing, and formal presentation. Do NOT include information below in your resume/application as you will be deemed INELIGIBLE for consideration. Classified/government sensitive information Social Security Number (SSN) Your Photos Personal information (e.g., age, gender, religion, etc.) To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13049776.

Education

The education requirements are stated in the Qualifications section above. GENERAL EDUCATION: All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an institution that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for it to be credited towards qualifications. For a list of schools that meet these criteria, see https://www.ed.gov/accreditation?src=rn. Applications submitted without the required supporting documents will not be accepted. An unofficial transcript; statement from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official; or equivalent documentation is acceptable at the time of application. Education submitted must be appropriately accredited by an accredited body recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. For additional information, refer to the U.S. Department of Education web site at: http://www.ed.gov FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: Click the Apply Online button. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation. Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date. To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To view the announcement status or your application status: Visit https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/howto/application/status/. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. NOTE: If you have any additional questions, comments or concerns prior to the closing date please send those emails to include the vacancy announcement number, position title and your reason for contacting us to recruitment@ntsb.gov at least 1 business day before the closing date.

Required documents

You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume. You must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities you select in the announcement questionnaire with your application package. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager. 1. A Complete Two-Page Resume is required: Resumes must not be more than two standard single-sided pages (or one page if submitting a front and back, hard-copy). Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information MUST be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. Please see OPM's video on Resume Writing Tips: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk Your resume must include the technical qualifications indicated below, meaning it must explicitly explain within the two-page resume these technical qualifications. Your skills and experience must also be incorporated within your two-page resume itself. Technical Qualifications - Demonstrated experience and expertise in the following: (a) gathering medical evidence, including selecting appropriate studies and coordinating with medical experts across multiple disciplines; (b) interpreting medical evidence to draw conclusions about conditions and substances that may affect performance, and about mechanisms and severity of acute traumatic injuries; and (c) communicating about medical topics to expert and non-expert audiences, including through direct instruction, technical writing, and formal presentation. NOTE: IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your resume must clearly show the specialized experience, competencies, and technical qualifications related to this position within the resume itself. Failure to demonstrate how you possess the education, specialized experience and/or competencies, and technical qualifications will result in an "Ineligible" rating. 2. Responses to the questionnaire. 3. Copy of residency diploma or equivalent proof of completed residency training in at least one specialty recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) or Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) 4. Copy of medical license or equivalent proof of current active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. 5. Copy of board certificate or equivalent proof of Board Certification from the American Board of Medical Specialties. Current board certification is not required; however, you must have attained board certification. 6. Copy of medical school diploma. If selected, you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to employment. No transcripts are required at the application stage. 7. If applicable: DD-214 (member copy 2 or 4), SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities. Current or former Federal Employees: Please submit your most recent or highest-grade SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) that shows your salary, grade level and step. Failure to submit required documents will result in you being considered "ineligible" for this position.

Additional information

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and various benefits as well as work life amenities such as alternate work schedules, telework, flextime, fitness and transit benefits. Moving expenses associated with permanent change of station (PCS) ARE NOT authorized for this position. A Relocation or Recruitment Incentive may be offered to highly qualified candidates. If you left Federal Employment and received a buy out and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the payment. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. Ad-hoc/situational telework as determined by the agency policy. Multiple and subsequent vacancies may be filled from this announcement. NTSB uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. The National Transportation Safety Board provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the National Transportation Safety Board directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.