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The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center has an opening for a Full-Time Physical Therapist (PT) for Home Health.
Salary range:
GS 7 - $40,684 - $52,893/annum
GS 9 - $63,497 - $82,550/annum
GS 11 - $68,551 - $89,113/annum
Note: The full performance level of this vacancy is GS 11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS 7 to GS 11. The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidates education and experience and recommend the grade and step at which the candidate will be placed. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
Please read the entire announcement as there is important information throughout.
Tour of duty: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm including on-call coverage for weekends and holidays
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Covered
A valid state driver's license is required as there is some travel associated with this position.
If applicants are interviewed for the position, performance based interview questions will be used. For additional information regarding performance-based interviews, please review the following website on the Internet: http://www.va.gov/pbi In addition, candidates may be interviewed by a panel.
If you are an external applicant you must apply to vacancy TH-17-JMB-1890919-BU. Veterans Preference does not apply for this announcement
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
02/17/2017 to 03/10/2017
$40,684 - $81,264 per year
GS 00
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Travel may be required up to one day per week to support the Salina, Hutchinson and Dodge City Community Based Outpatient clinics
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
TH-17-JMB-1890918-BU
463443700
The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Supervisory Physical Therapist of PM&RS at the Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, KS. The primary function of this position is the assessment of patient function, safety, and needs within the home setting followed by the establishment of a plan of care to maximize safety and function. This may include the performance and interpretation of tests and measurements to assess normal parameters of physiological functions as well as pathophysiological, pathomechanical, ergonomic, and developmental deficits of bodily systems to determine diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and prevention. It is also paramount that the incumbent be able to identify clinical signs and symptoms indicative of the need for referral for further medical attention/assessment. In this position, the mode of evaluation and intervention will primarily be completed via telecommunication with the assistance of a Telehealth aide. The need for face-to-face assessment and intervention will be determined by the physical therapist and will require periodic travel throughout the state, primarily within the areas determined by a 50 mile radius of Salina, Hutchinson, and Dodge City. Patient needs and plan of care will be closely coordinated and communicated with the patient, family, caregiver(s), and appropriate HBPC teams.
Physical Requirements: Standing for periods of time, stretching, bending, positioning patients, lifting light loads with assistance in lifting/moving heavier objects. Able to read equipment/computer and operate a computer.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
a. Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g, this part.)
b. Education: Proof of degree MUST be included in application package.
(1) Degree. Graduate from a degree program in physical therapy from an approved college or university approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). The CAPTE is the only accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) to accredit entry-level physical therapy programs. Verification of accredited programs may be obtained from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Web site, or at their office address: American Physical Therapy Association, 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-1488, 703-684-2782, or 800-999-2782.
NOTE: Effective, January 1, 2002, CAPTE changed its scope of accrediting activities of PT education programs to include only those programs that culminate in post-baccalaureate degrees.
(2) Foreign Graduates. Graduates of foreign physical therapy programs meet the requirements in subparagraph 2b if they have a full unrestricted and current license to practice physical therapy in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Any PT who has, or has ever had, any license(s) revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed in a probational status may be appointed only in accordance with regulations issued by the Under Secretary for Health or designee.
c. Licensure. Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
(1) Non-licensed PTs, who otherwise meet the basic requirements in this standard, may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate PT not-to-exceed two years under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2). Non-licensed individuals appointed as a temporary graduate PT may not be appointed as a PT without being fully licensed.
(2) A PT who fails to maintain the required licensure must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment. At the discretion of the appointing official, an employee may be reassigned to another occupation for which he/she qualifies if a placement opportunity exists.
(3) A PT who has, or has ever had, his/her PT license revoked, suspended, denied, restricted, limited, or issued/placed in a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the provisions in Chapter 3, section B, paragraph 16 of this part.
d. Physical Requirements. Required to walk, stand for periods of time, lift light loads, bend, stretch, assist patients with daily activities/therapy.
e. English Language Proficiency. PTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3j.
GRADE REQUIREMENTS
GS-7 Staff Physical Therapist
(a) Experience, Education and Licensure. None beyondbasic requirements. Candidates at this level may have a baccalaureate degree from an approved program prior to the Commission of Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) January 1, 2002 decision as shown in the note in Basic Requirements.
GS-9 Staff Physical Therapist
(a) Education, Experience and Licensure. In addition to meeting the basic requirements, candidates must have 1 year of post degree progressively responsible experience equivalent to the next lower grade or a masters degree in physical therapy or a directly related field. In addition, candidates must fully demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics (KSAOs) in subparagraph (b) below.
(b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAOs)
1. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physics, kinesiology, psychology, pathophysiology and surgical procedures as they relate to human function.
2. Knowledge of and ability to apply clinically appropriate assessment techniques and treatment interventions to address human pathophysiology and dysfunction.
3. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, with patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professions.
GS-11 Physical Therapist
(a) Education, Experience, and Licensure. In addition to meeting the basic requirements, completion of 1 year of progressively complex experience and a broader scope of experience equivalent to the next lower grade; or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a doctoral degree; or doctoral degree in physical therapy or a directly related field. In addition to meeting the KSAOs described at the GS-9 level, the candidate must fully demonstrate the KSAOs in subparagraph (b) below.
(b) Demonstrated KSAOs
1. Knowledge of contemporary and evidence-based PT practice.
2. Ability to interpret clinician prescriptions and referrals.
3. Skill in communicating, both orally and in writing, with patients, families, caregivers, and other health care professions to facilitate the multidisciplinary treatment process.
4. Skill in utilizing appropriate screening and evaluation techniques required to appropriately provide direct patient care.
5. Knowledge of clinical signs and symptoms to make appropriate referrals for further medical attention/assessment as indicated.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
References : VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G12, Physical Therapist Qualification Stadard. The VA Handbook 5005 can be found at http://www.va.gov/ohrm/joblistings/VAQualStds.doc (also available in the local Human Resources Office) and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/IORs/GS0100/0185.htm.
PLEASE NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
NOTE: The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-7 to GS-11. The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will recommend the grade and salary for new appointments. For internal selectees being promoted, the board will determine grade and HR will determine step in accordance with policy.
The following documents must be provided in order to receive consideration for this position:
1. Resume' (required).
2. Occupational Questionnaire (required if applying by fax). If applying online you will complete the Assessment Questionnaire which is the same as the Occupational Questionnaire.
3. VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations (Available at http://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf) (required).
4. OF 306 "Declaration for Federal Employment" available at http://www.opm.gov/forms/Optional-forms/. This is called an optional form, but it is a required document for this vacancy announcement.
5. Transcript to provide educational documentation (required). Does NOT have to be an original. You may submit a copy of your transcript .
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the View Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, March 10, 2017 to receive consideration.
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