Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist - Neurologic Specialist

<p>The Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist (Neurologic Specialist) serves as a consultant, clinician, and subject matter expert for the treatment of patients in Outpatient and Inpatient Physical Therapy at the VASLCHCS, George E. Wahlen, Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>VA Careers - Physical Therapy: https://youtube.com/embed/Gi2hoFqIoqY Major Duties : Coordinates and implements the scheduling, evaluation, and treatment of patients needing Physical Therapy services as assigned, at VHASLC. Performs physical therapy evaluations and treatments for patients and employees in the location of inpatient and outpatient, ages ranging from adult to geriatric, having a variety of disabilities. Serves as a clinical instructor, and/or Attending clinician, with the VASLCHCS Physical Therapy DPT Internship Program, with specific mentoring professional skills, and clinical oversight of assigned DPT interns from various academic institutions. Serves as a Mentor and role model for PT Residents, students, and other PM&R/physical therapy staff in clinical competency, therapy skills, and professionalism. Employs unusual motivational techniques to enlist patient participation, and adapts equipment and procedures to carry out a full range of complex treatment activities and interventions. Evaluates patient's condition upon appropriate referral to physical therapy to determine treatment plan. Refers patients to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service, Primary Care, and/or other specialty providers when determined necessary. Performs tests and measurements, and interprets results for use in preparing for, modifying, and/or evaluating patients, and subsequently adjusts treatment parameters based on changes in the patient's condition, outcomes, and response. Evaluates patient's needs with respect to prescribed braces and orthotic devices. Provides and assist the application of such devices to ensure the equipment has a proper fit, and that all training and documentation requirements are completed accordingly. Assists the physical therapy clinical operation at VASLCHCS. Receives applicable consults/referrals, scheduling all patient appointments appropriately and through HAS department Medical Support Assistants. Ensures sufficient supplies and equipment necessary for patient care. Reports any unusual circumstances, including difficulties with clinical operations or difficulties involving the treatment of patients, directly to the Outpatient Physical Therapy Supervisor or Department Chief of PM&RS. Establishes and maintains appropriate Quality Assurance monitoring as related to outpatient physical therapy, including, but not limited to, patient outcomes, quality of care, and semi-annual documentation peer reviews. Receives and helps coordinate patient referrals to Physical Therapy from appropriate sources, and schedules patients for evaluation and treatment according to VASLCHCS policy. Reviews charts to assess appropriateness of referrals and possible contraindications for treatment, and communicates with each referring provider as needed. Assists with scheduling patients for treatment and coordinates schedules with other members of the treatment team. Documents patient performance toward achieving treatment goals, manages time appropriately, and assures a high level of productivity and work efficiency, based on facility standards and the annual PT National Target Measures. Assures that their documentation, and documentation for the residents and/or Interns as assigned, are completed in a timely manner and according to VASLCHCS policy for all patient visits and patient encounters. Identifies continuing education needs within the physical therapy service and regarding the Balance/Vestibular/Neurologic physical therapy program. Provides continuing education in the form of in-services and clinical training programs to other clinicians, including physical therapists, residents, students, and other medical center staff. Serves as subject matter expert for the Balance/Vestibular/Neurologic physical therapy, and as a consultant to the PM&R department, Physical Therapy Service, and other medical center staff. Contributes to the PM&R department clinical resources, as an educator, facilitator, researcher, and clinician Work Schedule: M-F 7:30am-4:00pm Compressed/Flexible: May be Authorized Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 58533A 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. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. 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 may be required to serve a 1 or 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/.