The purpose of this position is to operate motor vehicles and assist the Public Health Nurses (PHN) in home visits, health education, school and clinic visits. Provides Navajo and English interpretation for staff and community in homes, clinics and meetings. This position is located in the Public Health Nursing Unit at the Chinle Comprehensive Healthcare Facility, Chinle, Arizona. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Drives a diesel driven cab-chassis truck with an actual GVW of 26,000 lbs. x 40 feet in length, (medical mobile van) 1⁄2 ton pick-up trucks, vans, and sedans, to carry out the objectives of the work unit. Responsible for the basic maintenance of assigned program vehicles and the loading and unloading of health supplies and equipment used by the Staff.
Coordinates and documents all required repairs and services with the contracted service agency, assures that the work is accomplished in a timely manner. Empties, cleans and sanitizes the unit to ensure it is ready for the next day and checks connections to proper connections for electrical and computer supplies.
Provides assistance with explaining the health care practices, health instructions, and health teaching/education presented by the health care/service providers, individual clients, family members, groups, outreach clinics and other community settings. Provides Navajo and English interpretation and takes vital signs. Assists with clerical duties of patients' medical documents including copying, routing, referrals filing, date entry, etc.
There are no education requirements.
rhiannon.bailey@ihs.gov · 9286974342
This position is with Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services.
The posted pay range is $22.87 – $26.68/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-28.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-16 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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