Physical Therapist (Service Chief) - Rehabilitation and Extended Care

<p>The Chief of Rehabilitation and Extended Care (REC) Services is responsible for the effective and efficient management of REC programs and services. The incumbent will oversee the clinical and administrative aspects of the REC Service, including budget and fiscal management, personnel management, strategic planning, program development, quality management, assuring that the clinical and administrative functions are integrated to provide optimum utilization of the available resources.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Program Administration The REC Service Chief will provide leadership and direction for effective uniform and economical accomplishments of the REC service line. Incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, implementing, controlling, and refining a comprehensive REC program which provides services necessary to meet clinical and administrative requirements relating to the care and treatment of both inpatients and outpatients in a cost-effective, efficient, and timely manner. The incumbent must possess clinical knowledge that provides the ability to manage a multidisciplinary patient-care program, specifically with regard to customer satisfaction, quality of services provided, and efficiency of service delivery. Demonstrates leadership in interpreting and supporting the VISN mission, vision and values, while operating in accordance with Veterans Health Administration (VHA) policies, facility and VISN policies, and standards of federal professional and accrediting agencies external to VHA. Provides direction and support to the REC staff regarding equipment technology, policies and procedures employed by the Health Care System. Participates/reviews and documents performance improvement activities including, but not limited to, external review programs, internal peer review programs, and accreditation requirements. Serves as an active member of various Health Care System committees and may serve on VISN or National boards or committees. Maintains a peer review process for all REC Service Line/ICC clinicians as well as Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluations (OPPEs). Implements Focused Professional Practice Evaluations (FPPEs) when appropriate. Incumbent carries out a variety of special assignments as required, of which may be handled individually, as a leader of a task force, or as a group participant. Incumbent will also be required to investigate sensitive materials or subjects affecting both clinical and administrative operations. Custodial Officer Designation Custodial Officers will comply with and be held responsible for adhering to the responsibilities set forth in VA Handbook 7002, part 2.The Custodial Officer designated by the facility director to assume responsibility for nonexpendable property will do so by personally signing the Equipment Inventory Listing (Ell). Budget and Fiscal Management Collaborates with the Chief of Staff to develop and execute a strategic plan and annual budget for the Service Line. Has responsibility and discretion once the budget is formulated and released to the Service Line for allocations in the areas of recruitment, performance recognition recommendations, materials, and other associated Service Line expenditures. Human Resources Management The incumbent is responsible for direction of a human resources management program for Service Line employees and works with Human Resources staff in the employment of groups of employees. Responsible for action in matters such as recruitment, selections, promotions, on the job training, awards, Equal Employment Opportunity complaints, labor relations, disciplinary actions, training, and career development. Responsible for the development of mechanisms to assure staff competency and continuing education compliance. Establishes employee performance plans that align with Agency and Departmental goals and objectives and is responsible for evaluating and communicating employee performance. Develops a team that is technically competent and understands the interrelationship of the REC Service Line and other facility Service Lines and departments to achieve the mission of the Health Care System and VISN. Clinical Lead Oversees provision of all other REC services in outpatient and inpatient settings. Promotes and enforces compliance with access targets, measures, metrics, policies, etc. Ensures strategies are implemented to increase supply and shape demand as defined in the advanced clinic access principles. Pulls/reviews supply and demand data within individual clinics via a variety of VHA Support Service Center reports. Research and Education Identifies continuing education needs based upon performance of all subordinate staff and on needs generated by new technologies/programs, VA NWIHCS and national VA requirements. Provides the opportunity for staff to participate in continuing educational activities to keep staff current with advancements in REC service line practice. Maintains resident and intern training programs and positive relationships with academic affiliates. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 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. NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. 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 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>IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application. 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/.