Occupational Therapist

<p>The Occupational Therapist independently develops rehabilitation objectives for patients, independently solving complex problems related to Occupational Therapy and engages the patient in activities to restore and enhance their performance and potential for independent living or maximum function within their lifestyles. The primary function of this position is evaluation and treatment of patients referred to Occupational Therapy.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>This assignment carries responsibility for providing occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to veteran patients according to the VA Eastern Kansas Health Care System (VAEKHCS) mission and the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation guidelines. The therapist will provide coverage of the services provided by Occupational Therapy in the Acute Care, Outpatient and Extended Care Settings as needed. The therapist independently develops rehabilitation objectives for patients, independently solving complex problems related to Occupational Therapy and engages the patient in activities to restore and enhance their performance and potential for independent living or maximum function within their lifestyles. Duties vary, covering a wide range of medical diagnoses, many with multiple, complex interacting problems which need to be considered in the total treatment program. Incumbent monitors and evaluates clinically appropriate treatment programs with great autonomy. The occupational therapist may be required to travel to and from the Topeka and Leavenworth campuses of VAEKHCS for clinical coverage responsibilities. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p><h3>Requirements</h3>You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>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. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.