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ID #3830045
State Hawaii
City Hawaii
Full-time
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Showed 2020-04-28
Date 2020-04-29
Deadline 2020-06-28
Category Et cetera
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Supervisory Prosthetic Representative (Assistant Chief)

Hawaii, Hawaii 00000 Hawaii USA

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SummaryThe Assistant Chief of Prosthetics administers, supervises, and performs work concerned with rendering prosthetic and sensory aids services to disabled patients; must also must have analytical ability, social awareness, tact, diplomacy and good communication skills.ResponsibilitiesSelectee must possess knowledge of established management principles, concepts and methodology to identify, analyze and resolve managerial and administrative issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature.Duties include but not limited to: Plans, develops, and directs a Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Program at the National, VISN or local level. Serves as an advisor to clinicians with regard to selection, prescription, and acquisition of prosthetic devices involving furnishing. Information concerning such matters as new developments in the field of prosthetics and sources of supply for such devices. Interprets prescriptions of clinicians in order to make certain that proper prosthetic devices are selected for, or by, the patients. Authorizes the purchase, fabrication or repair of prosthetic devices. Maintains continuous liaison with manufacturers and dealers of prosthetic supplies, inspecting their facilities and services and participating in the award of prosthetic appliance contracts. Participates in investigative/research project studies by selecting patients as pilot wearers of newly developed prosthetic items, evaluating the usefulness of such items and compiling of data. Gives technical and administrative advice and assistance on prosthetic problems to other facilities Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. -4:00 p.m.Financial Disclosure Report: Not requiredRequirementsConditions of EmploymentQualificationsApplicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in written and spoken English. Experience and Education: Individual must meet at least one of the requirements below Experience. One year of creditable experience that demonstrates: Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology; knowledge of accounting methods; ability to research, analyze, comprehend, and apply decisions; basic knowledge of inventory management procedures; ability to use computer software packages for word processing, spreadsheet development, and database management; and ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Education. A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution AND at least 24 semester hours in course work related to health care, public administration, or business. The 24 semester hours could include but is not limited to any combination from the following fields: occupational therapy, physical therapy, kinesiotherapy, social work, psychology, prosthetics, orthotics, respiratory therapy, assistive technology, business law, leadership, healthcare, public administration. Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying. GRADE REQUIREMENTS: At least one year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. In addition to the experience, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's): Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties, including responsibility for assignment of work to be performed; assessment of competencies; evaluation of performance; selection of staff; and recommendation of awards, advancements, and disciplinary actions. Ability to analyze data and make recommendations to optimize quality, efficiency, performance, and productivity within the service. Ability to manage a health care program that provides home medical equipment, rehabilitation services, home oxygen, visual or hearing impairment devices, assistive technology, orthotics, or prosthetics. Knowledge of compliance and regulatory accrediting organizations. Ability to manage, interpret, and present fiscal data (i.e. fund controls, contracts and equipment expenditures), forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer an allocated budget. Preferred Experience: None References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/53, PART II, APPENDIX G34, dated: January 30, 2018. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS12. Physical Requirements: Pre-placement and periodic physical examinations are required for hybrid occupations to ensure workers are placed in positions where they can perform the essential functions of their job including their physical, mental and emotional capacities, without endangering their health or the health of their co-workers.Heavy Lifting (45 lbs and over); Heavy Carrying (15-44 lbs); moderate carrying (15-44lbs); Straight Pulling (up to 1 hour);Pushing ( 2 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs; Operation of motor vehicle; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Hearing aid permitted; Walking (up to 3 hours); Standing (1 hours);kneeling 1 hour; working around machinery with moving parts; working alone; Hearing (aid permitted).EducationIMPORTANT: 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 InformationThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. 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. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members. If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

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