Supervisory Physical Therapist Opc

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Education and Experience: The individual must meet at least one of the requirements below: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy AND five (5) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist
Master's degree in Physical Therapy AND two (2) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist
Doctorate degree in physical therapy
NOTE: Individuals must be a graduate of a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited college or university
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) at
Foreign Graduates
Graduates of foreign physical therapy programs meet the requirements in subparagraph 3b if they have a full unrestricted and current license to practice physical therapy in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia
The Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy (FCCPT) is a non-profit organization created to assist the United States (U.S.) Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly INS) and U.S
state licensing authorities by evaluating the credentials of Foreign Educated Physical Therapists (FEPTs) who wish to immigrate and work in the U.S
Although the licensing of physical therapists in the U.S
is a right and responsibility of each jurisdiction, foreign educated individuals must undergo an educational credentials assessment for substantial equivalency to the first professional degree in the US
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) is committed to protect the public and to provide leadership within the field and practice of physical therapy
FSBPT's Foreign Educated Standards Committee has developed standards that represent "best practices" in evaluation services
The Credentials Evaluation Standards were developed with input from the physical therapy credentialing agencies that are licensed to use FSBPT's Coursework Tool
Licensure: Individuals hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia
Grandfathering Provision
Does not apply to positions above the full performance level
Physical Requirements
You will undergo a pre-employment physical
English Language Proficiency: Physical Therapists appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English
GRADE REQUIREMENTS Creditable Experience Knowledge of Contemporary Professional Physical Therapy Practice
To be creditable, a candidate must have demonstrated possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the scope of physical therapy practice
The candidate's experience may be evidenced by one or more of the following: Active professional practice
Active professional practice means paid/non-paid employment as a professional PT as defined by APTA or the appropriate licensing board
Experience gained after graduation but prior to licensure is creditable provided the candidate was utilized as a graduate PT and subsequently passed the licensure examination
Completion of a post-graduate fellowship or a post-graduate residency program may be substituted for creditable experience on a year for year basis
Quality of Experience
Experience is only creditable if it was post degree experience as a professional PT and is directly related to the duties to be performed
Qualifying experience must also be at a level comparable to or exceeding the professional PT experience at the next lower grade level
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Grade Determination
In addition to the basic requirements for appointment in paragraph 2, the following criteria must be used when determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates
Grade Determination
In addition to the basic requirements for appointment in paragraph 2, the following criteria must be used when determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates
GS- 13 Physical Therapist (Supervisory) Experience
In addition to meeting the basic requirements, one year of progressively complex experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level is required
Experience includes monitoring and assigning work; providing input on work performance; resolving daily workplace issues and maintaining efficient workflow; demonstrating advanced practice skills and judgment across many areas of physical therapy; providing clinical practice guidance to other staff; determining treatment options for complex patients with multiple conditions; ensuring work is completed by distributing and balancing workload among employees; assuring timely accomplishment of the assigned workload; and assessing the status, quality and progress of work
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following following KSAs: Knowledge of contemporary physical therapy across multiple areas of practice, and the demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge to provide clinical guidance to Staff PTs within the department
Knowledge of human resources administration, including such functions as the ability to interview and select qualified applicants, monitor and evaluate performance, and maintain effective labor management relations within scope of responsibility
Ability to effectively supervise, direct, and manage a diverse physical therapy staff
Skill in forging positive interpersonal relationships and conflict resolution
Ability to analyze clinically appropriate data effectively to optimize quality, performance, and productivity within the section
Ability to set priorities, delegate tasks, and solve problems in order to meet multiple deadlines and identify/address organizational problems
Ability to manage advocacy roles and planning activities within the VA and the greater rehabilitation community
References: VA Handbook 5005-99, Part II Appendix G12, February 7,2018 Physical Demands: The onsite works involves standing and walking for about 70-80% of a normal workday
In addition, the physical therapist must be able to squat, kneel, push and pull, and lift loads from the ground and from above shoulder height
The physical demand level as defined by the Department of Labor is 'Medium' requiring the occasional lifting of 20-50 lbs, the frequent lifting of 10-25 lbs and the constant lifting of 10 lbs during the normal workday
Physical Therapy requires manual dexterity and coordination to use modalities such as TENS units, and to demonstrate the use of mobility equipment such as walkers and wheelchairs
In addition, physical therapists must be able to modify such equipment using tools.The telework component is sedentary in nature and will require the ability to remain stationery for long periods of time as well as set up, use/manipulate computer equipment and related accessories at an alternate work site.
Duties

"VA Careers - Physical Therapy: Clinical Duties include but are not limited to the following: Demonstrates knowledge of contemporary physical therapy across multiple areas of practice.
Provides guidance to staff therapists in applying current knowledge to the outpatient setting.
Regularly reviews OPC PT programs to assure current methodology is incorporated in all clinics.
Demonstrates ability to make autonomous clinical decisions in a Direct Access environment with consideration for local Scope of Practice guidelines.
Reviews and screens patient's medical record for appropriateness of PT intervention, noting any potential risks or contraindications to treatment and to assist in guiding the evaluation process.
Screens patients for readiness to begin PT.
Performs comprehensive evaluations and examinations of patients who have or may develop impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions related to conditions of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary and/or integumentary systems.
Interprets findings, selects appropriate tests and measures, and integrates findings into the PT plan of care.
Establishes a diagnosis within the scope of physical therapy and identifies the appropriate rehabilitation intervention.
Determines PT prognosis by incorporating examination findings with patient's preference in setting clinically appropriate treatment goals, optimize outcomes and maximize functional independence.
Addresses rehabilitation potential, learning needs and patient response to education.
Identifies barriers to learning and strategies to overcome them.
Performs the full range of PT treatment procedures, modifying the treatment according to the patient's response to PT intervention.
Recognizes adverse reactions to treatment and initiates immediate action.
Modifies treatment plan according to patient response to best meet established goals.
Documents progression and/or modifications according to Departmental and Medical Center Standards.
Regularly discusses with physicians and other team members patient performance in PT, current status, and continuing goals.
Works effectively with treatment team members and other health care providers in coordinating the patient's total care.
Ensures appropriate patient referrals and discharge planning in concert with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
Assesses patient for appropriate Durable Medical Equipment.
Provides Physical Therapy care and consultation in the more complex cases and carries case load.
Educational Duties include but are not limited to the following: Attends continuing education courses, conferences and in-services in the professional community and within the VA.
Provides continuing education in the form of in-services and clinical training programs to rehabilitation staff on the subject matter of persistent pain management.
Develops and/or maintains training programs to further advance the clinical knowledge and skills of primary, secondary and tertiary level physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
Administrative Duties include but are not limited to the following: Works autonomously in effectively supervising, directing and assigning work to OPC Physical Therapy Staff as well as providing general oversight to PT trainees and volunteers.
Provides supervision of all clinical programs.
Demonstrates knowledge of VHA human resource administration by performing the following functions: recruitment, interview and selection process, performance management including disciplinary actions, and monitoring clinical privileges.
Develops and updates functional statements for positions under supervision.
Develops and updates performance standards.
Manages leave requests and ensures adequate clinic coverage.
Signs timecards.
Recommends and assists with the planning of new physical therapy programs and clinics.
Develops and implements policies and procedures.
Monitors departmental workload and clinic volume and generates reports to support current staffing levels and new staff requests.
Assumes responsibility for all aspects of outpatient clinic management.
Submits work orders for equipment repair, requests for replacement or new equipment, and clinic supplies.
Resolves conflicts that interfere with the delivery of Physical Therapy services.
Holds regular staff meetings with assigned staff and attends PT Section meetings.
Carries out other job-related activities and special assignments.
Participates in PT quality improvement (QI) program by monitoring aspects of patient care and chart reviews.
Submits budget requests and manages control point fund.
Requests and manages registry contracts and assists contracting department.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday ******** Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"
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