Prosthetic Representative – Service Chief

Applicants 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. Experience: Possess 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; OR, Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution AND at least 24semester hours in course work related to health care, public administration, or business. The 24semester 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, or business management. This course work may have been completed within the degree or in addition to the degree; OR, Experience/Education Combination: Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying. Must possess at least one full year of experience as a Prosthetic Representative equivalent to the next lower level (GS- 12) in the federal service that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to provide Chief of Prosthetic services. This would include: managing and supervising all aspects of prosthetic operations and is the highest-level professional position, at the facility, with responsibility for the professional practice of facility prosthetic and sensory aid service staff. Assignments may include managing programs at more than one facility. Providing full management and supervisory responsibility for program management, education, human resource management and supervision, and organizational stewardship for the prosthetic program. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1. Knowledge of directives, handbooks, clinical practice guidelines, and regulations that apply to Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service to resolve complex, controversial, or precedent-setting matters. 2. Ability to manage specialty prosthetic services. This includes the ability to provide specialty services based on the unique needs of the patient. 3. Skill and ability to effectively advise senior management officials. 4. 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. 5. Ability to supervise/manage through subordinate supervisors the activities of prosthetic representatives that have diverse functions. 6. Ability to establish and monitor productivity standards and production and performance priorities. 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: The following is the qualification requirements for a Chief of Prosthetic at the GS- 13 grade level: Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-13. Physical Requirements: Work requires regular and recurring physical exertion in standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, gripping, and walking. Sitting is required in meetings and for conducting administrative work. Work may require physical health, normal use of arms and legs, and good visual and auditory acuity.
The Prosthetic Representative (Service Chief) position is located within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA) VA Illiana Health Care System (VAIHCS) Prosthetic and Sensory Aides Service (PSAS). This position provides comprehensive support to optimize health and independence of the Veteran through services provided in various settings, including VA Medical Centers, inpatient Clinics, outpatient Clinics, and domiciliary throughout the service area.