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08/10/2017 to 08/30/2017
$54,803 - $71,247 per year
GS 10
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Occasional travel to Community Based Outpatient Clinics.
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
OE-17-MWM-1984040-BU
473832400
The WJB Dorn VA Medical Center is recruiting for an experienced, full time Kinesiotherapist (KT) to work in the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Service (PM&RS) providing rehabilitative services to Veterans by applying scientifically bases exercise principles adapted to enhance the strength, endurance, and mobility of Veterans with functional limitations or those requiring extended physical conditioning. The KT utilizes knowledge, experience, and expertise to promote efficiency and improved patient care within the PM&RS program. Duties involve working with the Veteran population in Extended/Long-Term Care (intermediate medicine, Community Living Center), Ambulatory Care (outpatient) and Acute Care (general, medical and surgical) and will include up to 50% of incumbents time for ergonomic assessments for employees in the WJB Dorn VA Medical Center and associated Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). Additional duties include, but are not limited to,
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (subject to change based on agency needs)
Functional Statement Title/#: Kinesiotherapist - 544-
Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 pounds and over); heavy carrying (45 pounds and over); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers; both hands required; walking (6 hours); standing (6 hours); kneeling (5 hours); repeating bending (5 hours); climbing, use of legs and arms; both legs required; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; good visual requirement; hearing (aid permitted); mental & emotional stability required.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Citizenship: Citizen of the United States.
Education: Education. A bachelor's degree in kinesiotherapy, or exercise science with an emphasis in kinesiotherapy, from an accredited college or university. This education must have included or been supplemented by clinical practice in a VA approved training program or its equivalent. NOTE: This VA approved or equivalent training program is the transitory period between an academic environment and the medical environment which enables the student to apply textbook knowledge as a professional kinesiotherapist in an actual medical treatment situation. Graduates prior to May 1, 1998, completed didactic and clinical curricula approved by the Council on Professional Standards for Kinesiotherapy (COPS-KT, Inc.). Graduates from May 1, 1998, to the present have completed a didactic and clinical curricula approved by the Committee on Accreditation of Education Programs for Kinesiotherapy (CoA-KT). As of May 1, 2001, all recognized Kinesiotherapy programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Physical Requirements: Individuals tentatively selected must pass a pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen.
English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
Preferred Experience: 2 to 3 years clinical experience preferred, but not required. Experience in ergonomic evaluations.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
GRADE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to meeting the basic requirements:
GS-7: Experience. None beyond the basic requirements. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of kinesiology, physiology, anatomy, psychology, exercise physiology, and pathological conditions. 2. Knowledge of treatment goals. 3. Knowledge of medical terminology and written documentation. 4. Ability to make recommendations regarding treatment.
GS-9: Experience or Education. Completion of 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level or completion of at least two full years of progressive graduate education or a masters degree in a field directly related to the position. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1.Knowledge of policies and procedures of kinesiotherapy. 2. Knowledge of assistive devices to make recommendations, including fit and function of assistive devices. 3. Skill in applying therapeutic techniques. 4. Skill in instructing patients and families in a meaningful exercise program. 5. Ability to recognize an appropriate prosthesis for the patient.
GS-10: Experience. Completion of 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1. Knowledge and understanding of highly specialized complex evaluations and diagnostic tests and procedures. 2. Ability to properly assess a wide variety of patients having diverse and multiple disabilities to make recommendations for assistive devices. 3. Knowledge of teaching methods and learning principles, employing unusual motivational techniques and tact. 4. Ability to recognize an appropriate prosthesis for the patient, making adaptations and modifications without supervisory guidance or review. 5. Skill in coordinating treatment with other professionals to ensure patient compliance. 6. Ability to plan, direct, and distribute work assignments to KTs at lower grade levels.
Reference: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-21, Kinesiotherapist Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
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.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
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-10. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-7 to GS-10. 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.
1. CV or Resume (please ensure that you include the month and year for each period of employment).
2. VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations (Available at http://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf). This is a required form and must be submitted. Applicants who fail to submit will be rated ineligible for consideration. Additionally, applicants who fail to provide a complete and detailed explanation in response to any question (28-37) in which your answer is "Yes" will also be rated ineligible for consideration. This response should be provided on a separate sheet of paper as instructed on the form.
3. Online Questionnaire.
4. Latest SF-50 - Notification of Personnel Action, that documents your status as a current, permanent Federal employee (if applicable).
5. Copy of transcripts (unofficial are sufficient but must document that degree was awarded).
6. If prior military service, include all copies of your DD Forms 214. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must also upload a copy of their service connection letter and submit an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (available at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf).
Please use this checklistto make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, etc. You will not be contacted for additional information.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), or 10pt (CP/CPS, XPP, XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP), on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section(s) provided. A legible copy of your DD214(s) indicating character of service, disability certification, SF-15 (if claiming 10 pt. preference) or if you are currently serving on active duty and expected to be released or discharged within 120 days; documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation. Documentation is required for eligibility verification.
NOTES:
- Please do not mail or e-mail application material. Apply on-line or via fax per the instructions in the announcement.
- If you require a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact the Chief of Human Resources at 803-776-4000 ext 6377.
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. If you are unable to apply online or unable to upload your supporting documents to your online application, follow the directions located at the following site: Fax Options. The Vacancy ID of the job opportunity announcement is 1984040.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203-FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
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.
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All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
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The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 to receive consideration.
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Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 1984040
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Applicants that are current, permanent VA employees and current, permanent employees of other Federal agencies should apply under OE-17-MWM-1983962-BU.