(1) Subject to paragraph (2), the Under Secretary for Health may waive for the purpose of the appointment of an individual under section
7405 or
7406 of this title the requirements set forth in section
7402 (b) of this title
(A) that a physician, dentist, psychologist, optometrist, registered nurse, practical or vocational nurse, or physical therapist be licensed or certified, as appropriate;
(B) that the licensure or certification of such an individual be in a State; and
(C) that a psychologist have completed an internship.
(2) The waivers authorized in paragraph (1) may be granted
(A) in the case of clauses (A) and (C) of such paragraph, if the individual
(i) will be employed to conduct research or serve in an academic position, and
(ii) will have no responsibility for furnishing direct patient care services; and
(B) in the case of clause (B) of such paragraph, if the individual will be employed to serve in a country other than the United States and the individuals licensure or registration is in the country in which the individual is to serve.
