SUPERVISORY PHYSICAL THERAPIST

About the role

This position is in REC, Dayton VA Medical Center, Dayton, OH. This position provides rehabilitative services to persons with mobility impairments, secondary to orthopaedic, neuromuscular, med-surgical diagnosis, etc. The goal is to improve clients' quality of life through improved functional mobility.

What you will do

• The Section Physical Therapy Supervisor is responsible for completing complex evaluations and treatments.
• Required to apply advanced evaluation methodologies and treatment theories in the provision of care to a vast array of functional impairments and patients, as well as provide clinical practice guidance for other staff therapists.
• VA Careers - Physical Therapy: Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following: Provide Leadership Serve as a mentor to staff PT's and service as a liaison between staff and supervisors.
• Participate in interviewing and selecting candidates for Physical Therapy positions.
• Assist with orientation of new Physical Therapy staff.
• Assist Physical Therapy Supervisor in planning and developing various treatment programs to meet patient needs, as requested by Chief of Rehabilitation.
• Assist the Physical Therapy Supervisor in planning and utilizing staff, equipment, and space in Physical Therapy to support the Rehabilitation Service's objectives.
• Operational Management Responsible for the triaging of Inpatient Physical Therapy consults to ensure consults are handled in the most expeditious manner based upon acuity of need.
• Assign consults as appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains contact with other health care providers involved in patient care via written, telephone, and personal communication on a regular basis at the Dayton VA Medical Center.
• Resolves problems that interfere with delivery of Physical Therapy service.
• Provides input on leave and schedules based on patient care needs.
• Quality Assurance (QA) / Quality Improvement (QI): Assists in the development, planning and implementation of monitors of quality of care (ie.
• Functional outcomes) with respect to Rehabilitation as part of the comprehensive health care services delivered to the patients within the Dayton VA Medical Center.
• Conducts record keeping related to patient care documentation and quality improvement (QI) data collection as specified by the Rehabilitation Supervisor.
• Helps ensure Physical therapists maintain competencies.
• Reviews and make recommendations on supply and equipment acquisition.
• Treatment: Responsible for the examination and treatment of patients referred for Physical Therapy.
• Establishes and maintains contact with other health care providers involved in patient care via written, telephone, and personal communication on a regular basis at the Dayton VA Medical Center.
• Resolves problems that interfere with delivery of physical therapy care.
• Demonstrates the teaching skills required to provide education to patients, family members, caregivers, employees, students, and coworkers.
• Communicates effectively with other internal and external health care providers.
• Modifying the treatment plan, therapeutic activities and interventions based on the changing needs, goals and performance of the patient.
• Documentation: Performs competent written documentation of initial examinations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Demonstrates advanced competency in knowledge of electronic documentation and computer skills.
• Entering consults within the Rehabilitation Service (i.e., to Occupational Therapy) or to the Prosthetics service for rehabilitation equipment in accordance with Rehabilitation and medical center policies.
• Reviews and co-signs notes written by PTA to whom the PT has delegated patient care or for patients.
• Education: Identifies continuing education needs based on performance of the Inpatient Physical Therapy staff.
• Educates other facility personnel in the scope of Rehabilitation services and programs involving a variety of health care specialties.
• The Inpatient PT Supervisor continually seeks to improve knowledge and skill by reviewing current literature, participation in, in-service training, and attendance at continuing education programs especially in their area of expertise.
• Continuing education and training will be focused on maintaining and improving coursework directed toward the development and improvement of clinical instruction, data collections and reporting techniques, and utilization and reporting of outcome measures.
• Administrative Responsibilities: Maintaining state licensure.
• Completing all VAMC mandatory training in a timely manner.
• Completing Event Capture and Encounter information in accordance with Dayton VA guidelines.
• Using the computer system for storing and retrieving electronic documents and files, transmitting and receiving e-mail, activating printers, requesting leave, and accessing the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Covering administrative position/responsibilities within the service when assigned.
• Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
• Functional Statement #: 94087-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements

• 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 (***).
• 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 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.

How you will be evaluated

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Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

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.

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Documents you must provide

• Long-form resume/Curriculum vitae (CV) The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position.
• Please 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 Long-form resume/Curriculum vitae (CV) Other (1) Other (2) Other (3) Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met.

After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. 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.

Additional information

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 an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest.

As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community.

This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.