charming46

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1. USPHS

   charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

   I just started Monday and I was told you can only get your military ID when you start your duty. My agency granted administrative leave to take care of personnel, uniform, military ID, decal, etc. So on Wednesday, I went to the naval base pass and d...

2. USPHS

   charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

   When I informed my CAM about the new update on the system, like you I wasn't sure if it means everything cleared. So I asked her and she said this is a good thing and that I will hear from my HR specialist soon (hence, the acceptance letter). Since t...

3. USPHS

   charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

   @ visakapsi, I noticed the update about my background right away on the system. I actually found out first on the website and called my CAM to inform her and asked her what the next step was. Here is the timeline... 1/25/10 security clearance cleare...

4. USPHS

   charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

   Reporting to duty soon. Any advice on the first few days on the job and being a PHS officer?

5. When you go for USPHS - when do you get your physical?

   charming46 replied to NursePamela's topic in Government

   Not too bad on those...ranges from $3 to $18. The shoes was pricey too.

6. When you go for USPHS - when do you get your physical?

   charming46 replied to NursePamela's topic in Government

   @ visakapsi...I just bought these items yesterday at the exchange. khaki slack - $65.50 khaki shirt - $43.50

7. When you go for USPHS - when do you get your physical?

   charming46 replied to NursePamela's topic in Government

   @ visakapsi....Is your hiring agency IHS (Indian Health Service) or DIHS (Division of Immigration Health Services)? For me, its DIHS and I will be in San Diego. You are right, it appears that there is not enough time to handle all the things you have...

8. When you go for USPHS - when do you get your physical?

   charming46 replied to NursePamela's topic in Government

   Congratulations to you too! Relocation...definitely. The duty station is 1.5 hours away from where I currently live. We are leasing an apartment for the time being (short term 6 months) until my husband and kids can join me (hopefully within 6 months...

9. When you go for USPHS - when do you get your physical?

   charming46 replied to NursePamela's topic in Government

   @ visakapsi...yes you have to sign the acceptance letter. Like viper, I met with the investigator and signed 2 things to give them access to a couple of things. However, I don't have any "blips" in my credit and still I met with him. The investiga...

10. When you go for USPHS - when do you get your physical?

    charming46 replied to NursePamela's topic in Government

    @BSN317, is your service done after the limited medical tour? do they get to review your condition after a set amount of time? what are the chances that you can get approved to join without restrictions after your limited medical tour?

11. USPHS

    charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

    Got news that I've been cleared on all 3 boards today (professional, medical and security). :yeah:Wow, it was a long wait. How did you find out who your HR specialist was? How long after getting cleared did you get your acceptance letter? How long...

12. USPHS

    charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

    Got my professional and medical board cleared.....have questions...please help. How long does the security clearance process takes? I did the eQip for PHS in December. If I received a job offer with a start date, what does that mean? What does effe...

13. USPHS

    charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

    @BSN317......possible DIHS job, how was the interview process?

14. USPHS

    charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

    @BSN317 and rcjohnis...what agency where you accepted? how long was the process? what is the shift expectation for a new CC officer? where you able to request a tour of the facility before going through an interview?

15. USPHS

    charming46 replied to jennysong81's topic in Government

    @ chesrae...I am battling between BOP and DIHS. When you applied at BOP, did they allow you to visit the site before giving them an ok to process the application and schedule an interview?