Physical Therapist (Program Coordinator)

<p>James J. Peters VAMC is recruiting for 1 Physical Therapist, Program Coordinator. This position is in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services (PM&RS), James J. Peters VA Medical Center (JJPVAMC). The Amputation Rehabilitation Coordinator (ARC) serves as a program management and care coordination specialist for the JJPVAMC Regional Amputation Center (RAC). The ARC serves as a subject matter expert in amputation rehabilitation.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Major duties include but are not limited to: Exhibits expert understanding of rehabilitation principles and practice, specialized in amputee care, as well as a background in the general clinical rehabilitation care. Applies advanced knowledge of contemporary physical therapy within specialty area to provide clinical guidance, training, or education for internal and external stakeholders. Serves as a clinical specialist in amputation rehabilitation, including assessment and identification of patient rehabilitation and prosthetic needs. Provides individual patient case management and ongoing support services for veterans with amputations. Plans, coordinates, and monitors effective treatment programs for veterans with amputation. Supervises students and provides clinical instruction and mentorship related to amputee rehabilitation care. Responsible for the administrative planning, organization, development, direction, and evaluation of the Amputation System of Care (ASoC) program for the Northeastern region. Organizes and presents in-services and educational materials on amputee care for hospital staff. Represents the amputation program to regional and national contacts, including communication of program activities to Veterans Affairs Central Office (VACO) and Polytrauma Amputation Network Sites (PANS). Completes and delivers reports to VACO. Collaborates with the Medical Director to develop strategic plans, establish program objectives and meet organizational deadlines. Facilitates administrative management of the amputation rehabilitation care delivery system and contributes to the fulfillment of the Veterans HeaIth Administration (VHA) health care system's mission and vision by providing leadership on administrative matters affecting organizational planning, staffing, resource allocation, education, and patient care. Incumbent selects and monitors quality and performance measures for process improvement and patient satisfaction; completes advanced data pulls from national and local databases and warehouses; reviews and analyzes various reports and complex data; completes trend analysis relating to quality improvement to ensure desired outcomes; monitors clinical services' compliance with the standards of external bodies and accrediting agencies; and recommends remedial action. The incumbent compiles final reports related to these monitors. Conducts workload studies and revises statistical information to determine if the program goals are being met. The incumbent plans and accomplishes special projects independently and/or participates in process and project management teams. Manages special projects for the Regional Amputation Care Program. Undertakes or participates in special projects, ongoing analyses, investigations and initiatives that have high priority for high-level management. This may involve producing complex analyses and written reports; organizing special committees, workshops or other gatherings; initiating program reviews; developing or fostering cross-agency activities. The incumbent provides direct supervision for one program assistant when available. Knowledgeable of the HR processes is required. Ensures that competencies are in place, and that all appropriate personnel appraisals are completed in a timely manner. Manages the day-to-day workload of the program assistant. Understands and can implement processes related to recruitment, promotions, awards, training, disciplinary action, etc. Develops competencies and performance standards. Incumbent is responsible for adherence to all provisions of the EEOC Program in accordance with OPM and VA regulations and established Medical Center guidelines. Incumbent demonstrates appropriate attention to and participation in the Incentive Awards Program and ensures that all employees are knowledgeable of and comply with safety rules and that safety program requirements are met. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:14223- F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Physical Requirements: This position requires moderate to heavy lifting. Normally such lifting will involve but not be limited to assisting with transfers or gait training of the client in the physical therapy clinic. Much of this position will involve sedentary work involving computers and communications.</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. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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 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/.