Supervisory Physical Therapist Job in Fredericksburg, VA

Vacancy No. CBTA-12677788-25-RNL Department Veterans Health Administration
Salary $142,488.00 to $185,233.00 Grade 14 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/31/2025 Close Date 2/14/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fredericksburg, VA


Summary

The Supervisory Physical Therapist/ Therapy Section Chief (TSC) is responsible for the supervision, administrative management, and direction of the Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT) and Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) programs at the Fredericksburg VA Health Care Clinic (FxHcc), a satellite clinic under the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service (PM&RS) at Central Virginia Veterans Health System (CVHS) in Richmond, VA, a High Complexity Level 1 facility.

Duties

The incumbent provides administrative and clinical supervision of PT, OT, SLP and Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) staff in the settings of Outpatient and Home-based care at the satellite location and reports directly to the FxHcc PM&RS Section Chief. The TSC works closely with FxHcc PM&RS Service Chief and the PM&RS leadership of CVHS in Richmond which includes PM&RS Service Chief, PM&RS Director of Therapy Services, and the PM&RS Section Chiefs for PT, OT and SLP.

Duties include but are not limited to:

ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY:

1) Supervises the FxHcc and Fredericksburg HBPC therapy personnel as assigned by the PM&R Service Chief. Provides overall clinical supervision to therapy staff that ensures proper coordination and delivery of care within the therapy sections and the facility at large.

2) The incumbent uses data analytics software and programs to identify inefficiencies in clinical care, makes recommendations for improvement and implementation when needed.

3) The incumbent regularly and routinely assesses therapy section clinical and administrative operations and, with great autonomy, makes recommendations to alter, change or abandon processes to ensure efficient clinical operations and access of and for the therapy sections.

4) Provides detailed analysis to the FxHcc Chief of PM&R on clinical and administrative operations of the PM&R Therapy Services and makes recommendations to improve efficiency and results of those operations.

5) Is responsible for oversight of the daily operations of the PM&R multi-disciplinary therapy service. These operations would include Outpatient and Home-based care (through HBPC), Fredericksburg.

6) Is expected to have detailed knowledge of the Master Agreement, the VHA Handbook, VHA policy and PM&RS policy regarding administrative management of clinical operations and personnel. The incumbent Is expected to effectively interact with the Union and involved staff to solve challenges at the lowest level possible but to have the insight to involve the Chief, PM&R or other management or executive level leadership should it be deemed necessary.

7) Is actively involved in strategic planning and initiatives that support of the achievement of organizational goals and ensures that staff understand their role in achieving those goals and related missions of PM&R, CVHS and VHA.

8) Recruits candidates for employment, receives applications, conducts pre-employment interviews, and recommends appointments, advancements, promotions, or disciplinary actions.

9) Acts as a mentor to therapy staff regarding clinical and administrative operations and delegates supervisory/above full performance level work as needed to complete work and/or to provide opportunities for career development.

10) With a great deal of autonomy, makes decisions about clinical and administrative work assigned to therapy staff, analyzes performance, as needed, takes corrective actions, and recommends to the Chief, PM&R any accolades, incentives or disciplinary actions based on expert knowledge of VHA policies on such tasks.

11) at times, may be asked to serve on service, facility, VISN or VACO committees as a representative of CVHS PM&R, as an administrative leader and or as a subject matter expert in the Incumbents field(s) of specialty and/or subspecialty.

12) Assists PM&R Service Line senior management in planning, developing, and implementing strategic initiatives in clinic management, patient care, research initiatives and education/training of clinical staff.

13) Monitors clinical performance of therapy providers and makes recommendations to the Chief, PM&R, on actions that ensure staff are assigned appropriate work and workload.

CLINICAL:

1) This position is mostly administrative. The incumbent will spend no more that 20% of time providing direct patient care.

2) Evaluates and provides PT treatment to patients presenting complex problems using knowledge of PT principles and techniques consistent with current clinical standards based on PT theory and evidenced based practice. Knowledge is inclusive of physical, occupational, cognitive, and psychosocial functional deficits. Provides information to physicians for use in differential diagnosis.

3) Identify and develop goals and objectives for PT in consort with the mission of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service and the Medical Center.

4) Knowledge of evidence-based practices and clinical practice guidelines in PT and to use these resources to guide the program staff in providing clinically appropriate treatment interventions.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Telework: Ad Hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Title/Functional Statement #:Supervisory Physical Therapist/PD03184F
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • 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
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period
  • Subject to a background/security investigation
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
  • Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: To qualify for appointment, all applicants for the position of physical therapist in VHA must meet the following:
  • 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:
    • Bachelor's degree in physical therapy AND five (5) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist, OR
    • Master's degree in physical therapy AND two (2) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist, OR
    • Doctorate degree in physical therapy.
  • Licensure: 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.
  • English Language Proficiency: Be proficient in written and spoken English.
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations: In addition to meeting the basic requirements listed above, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications requirement for appointment as a GS-14 Supervisory Physical Therapist.

Experience:

One (1) year of progressively complex physical therapist experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in Federal Service.

Examples of qualifying experience include, but are not limited to, the supervision, administrative management, and direction of the physical therapy program in a rehabilitation service or equivalent service-level department which consists of three or more physical therapists or other multi-discipline staff; provide supervision of key clinical and training programs, including the overall technical oversight of the staff administratively supervised; develop and implement policies and procedures to address focused clinical needs and the overall services delivered and provided within the section; assign work to employees, monitor workload and clinical volume, review work of employees to assure accuracy and validity of submissions, assure adequate clinical staffing, impose disciplinary measures, and monitor clinical privileges; and provide overall clinical supervision that assures the proper coordination and delivery of care within the section and the facility. In addition, candidates must demonstrate all the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Advanced knowledge of evidence-based practices and clinical practice guidelines in multiple professional areas.
2. Skill in managing interpersonal relationships and conflict resolution in dealing with a diverse range of employees, discipline lead(s), and administrators.
3. Ability to translate extensive rehabilitation knowledge into local policy development.
4. Ability to effectively supervise staff by providing clinical and administrative oversight. This includes ability to manage resources, evaluate employees and assign work.
5. Ability to collaborate with strategic planning committees at local, VISN or national levels for new ventures addressing patient care delivery systems, facilities management, system reorganizations, etc.

References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G12, Physical Therapist Qualification Standard.

The full performance level of this vacancy is 14. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is 14.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

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Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Resume


The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • License to Practice Physical Therapy
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/14/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12677788.

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Agency contact information

Ryan Leash
Address
Central Virginia VA Health Care System
1201 Broad Rock Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23249
US

Next steps

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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.


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