Physical Therapist (Supervisory)
The incumbent is the facility expert and consultant in evaluating and treating patients needing orthotic treatment. Physical Therapy Services provides comprehensive rehabilitative care to a varied patient population. The provision of Physical Therapy requires strong collaboration with interfacility programs such as Primary Care, Nursing Services, Home Based Primary Care, Optometry, Audiology, and others on a regular recurring basis. The incumbent works independently develops appropriate treatment plans and goals, including determining appropriate home modifications needed to increase Veteran safety and level of independence. The PT performs a full range of physical therapy treatment procedures modifying the treatment according to the Veteran's response to the intervention and pre-existing medical conditions. Directs appropriate treatment for a variety of functional levels and alters treatment based on changing medical conditions or complex disabilities. The incumbent will exercise the highest degree of independence and professional judgment in planning and providing treatment to meet complex treatment objectives for this population. Serves as the facility expert and consultant regarding the delivery of Physical therapy health care. The incumbent will exercise originality in solving problems not covered by these guides, making innovative adaptations and modifications of treatment plans and procedures to meet the complex and highly varying needs of patients, and advises all other health care team members and students in this regard for chronic conditions of patients. The specialist carries out treatment such as massage, mobilization techniques, and manual stretching. The PT evaluates the effects of the sessions on regular basis to bring adjustments or changes if needed. The PT performs tests and measures ROM strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, transfers, gait, special test, sensation, reflexes, gross and fine motor skills. An orthopedic physical therapist instructs and assists the patients with prosthetic or artificial body part and orthotic devices i.e., devices used in treatment of orthopedic disorders. Evaluates, fitting, and adjusting prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommending modifications to the orthotics devices may also be part of the job. An orthopedic physical therapist instructs the patient and his family in the treatment procedures to be carried out at home and educates them to prevent further injury. Ensuring the rehab treatment programs provided are of a therapeutic nature by conducting clinic rounds, reviewing reports, reviewing progress notes, interacting with therapists and patients. Consult with the physiatrist(s) as necessary. If the services provided are not in conformity with the therapeutic goals set for an individual patient, the incumbent will take the necessary steps to resolve the problem. Developing of the organization's short and long-range program goals, including external reviews, internal reviews, medical audits and the performance improvement reports. Serves as the facility expert for teaching other medical staff methods of delivering specialized Physical Therapy as needed. Initiating program improvement projects. Perform workload studies. Establish operational requirements of rehab services. Justify equipment and replacement equipment within the section. Keep operating costs down without impairing overall operation of the department. Manage fund control points, and the Equipment Inventory Listing for the section. Promoting understanding of the available rehab services to other services. Integrate rehab services as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary treatment programs through coordination and collaboration with other services; e.g., screening meetings and weekly hospital and ward rounds, as needed. Use leadership skills to motivate others connected with rehab services to ensure high therapy standards and the optimization of quality, performance and productivity within the section. Use the Veterans Health Information and Technology Architecture (VistA) to access information in the Medical Center Computer System. Use the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) or subsequent Electronic Health Care Record (EHR) to view and input patient notes. Responsible for the overall administrative management of the Amputee Clinic Team. Serve as a mentor for PT students as assigned. May assist the education department or responsible department in the development of a PT student training program. The incumbent serves as the facilities expert in specialized procedures in evaluation and treatment. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 7:
30 am. to 4:
00 pm. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement, 11/02/2020. 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:
Individuals appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C. chapters 73 or 74, to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA must be proficient in written and spoken English. See Chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a. Minimum Education Requirement:
To qualify for this position, an applicant must have the following education:
You must meet one of the requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy AND five (5) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist; Master's degree in Physical Therapy AND two (2) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist; Doctorate degree in physical therapy. NOTE:
Individuals must be a graduate of a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited college or university. The CAPTE is the only accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) to accredit entry-level physical therapy programs. Verification of accredited programs may be obtained from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) at www.apta.org. Foreign Graduates. Graduates of foreign physical therapy programs meet the requirements in subparagraph 3b if they have a full unrestricted and current license to practice physical therapy in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. The Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy (FCCPT) is a non-profit organization created to assist the United States (U.S.) Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly INS) and U.S. state licensing authorities by evaluating the credentials of Foreign Educated Physical Therapists (FEPTs) who wish to immigrate and work in the U.S. Although the licensing of physical therapists in the U.S. is a right and responsibility of each jurisdiction, foreign educated individuals must undergo an educational credentials assessment for substantial equivalency to the first professional degree in the US. The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) is committed to protect the public and to provide leadership within the field and practice of physical therapy. FSBPT's Foreign Educated Standards Committee has developed standards that represent best practices in evaluation services. The Credentials Evaluation Standards were developed with input from the physical therapy credentialing agencies that are licensed to use FSBPT's Coursework Tool. NOTE:
Prior to 1995 the terminal degree for PT's was either a bachelors or master's degree. In 1995 CAPTE accredited all baccalaureate, master's, and Doctor of Physical Therapy terminal degree programs. Effective 2002, CAPTE changed its scope of accrediting activities of PT education programs to include only those programs that culminate in post-baccalaureate degrees (eliminating the baccalaureate degree). Effective 2015, professional physical therapy education programs have only offered the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree to all new students. Licensure:
Applicants must meet the following licensure requirements to be considered for this position:
The PT must hold a full, current, and unrestricted state license, certification, or registration or trademark to practice occupational therapy in a State, Territory, a Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia. Non-licensed PTs, who otherwise meet the basic requirements in this standard, may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate PT at the GS-11 grade level under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 (a)(1)(D) for a period not-to-exceed two years from the date of employment on the condition that such PT provide care only under the supervision of a PT who is licensed. Failure to obtain licensure during that period is justification for termination of the temporary appointment. NOTE. Individuals who have or have had multiple licenses and had any such license revoked for professional misconduct, professional incompetency or substandard care, or who surrendered such license after receiving written notice of potential termination of such license by the state for professional misconduct, professional incompetence, or substandard care, are not eligible for appointment to the position unless such revoked or surrendered license is fully restored (38 U.S.C 7402(f)). Effective November 30, 1999, this is a requirement for employment. This requirement does not apply to licensed physical therapists on VA rolls as of November 30, 1999, provided the individual maintains a continuous appointment and is not disqualified for employment by any subsequent revocations or voluntary surrenders of State license, registration or certification. Grade Determinations:
Physical Therapist (Supervisory) GS-13 In addition to meeting the basic requirements, one year of progressively complex experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. In addition to the above requirements, the candidate must demonstrate the all following KSAs:
A. Advanced knowledge and expert skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in a specialized treatment area of physical therapy. B. Ability to serve as a consultant and subject matter expert for health care providers regarding the delivery of care within a specialized content area of physical therapy (see paragraph 2i) C. Ability to teach and mentor medical center staff in a specialized content area of physical therapy D. Ability to guide the work of a multi-disciplinary team in a specialized content area of physical therapy. E. Advanced knowledge and expert skill to perform and interpret specialized procedures and tests in evaluating the treatment outcomes in the assigned specialty content area. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/99 PART II APPENDIX G12 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS 13. Physical Requirements:
Light lifting, under 15 pounds; Light carrying, under 15 pounds; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (4 hours); Standing (4 hours); Repeated bending; Both legs required; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Hearing (aid permitted); Mental and Emotional Stability
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Monday-Friday 7:
30 am. to 4:
00 pm. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement, 11/02/2020. 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:
Individuals appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C. chapters 73 or 74, to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA must be proficient in written and spoken English. See Chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a. Minimum Education Requirement:
To qualify for this position, an applicant must have the following education:
You must meet one of the requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy AND five (5) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist; Master's degree in Physical Therapy AND two (2) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist; Doctorate degree in physical therapy. NOTE:
Individuals must be a graduate of a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited college or university. The CAPTE is the only accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) to accredit entry-level physical therapy programs. Verification of accredited programs may be obtained from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) at www.apta.org. Foreign Graduates. Graduates of foreign physical therapy programs meet the requirements in subparagraph 3b if they have a full unrestricted and current license to practice physical therapy in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. The Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy (FCCPT) is a non-profit organization created to assist the United States (U.S.) Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly INS) and U.S. state licensing authorities by evaluating the credentials of Foreign Educated Physical Therapists (FEPTs) who wish to immigrate and work in the U.S. Although the licensing of physical therapists in the U.S. is a right and responsibility of each jurisdiction, foreign educated individuals must undergo an educational credentials assessment for substantial equivalency to the first professional degree in the US. The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) is committed to protect the public and to provide leadership within the field and practice of physical therapy. FSBPT's Foreign Educated Standards Committee has developed standards that represent best practices in evaluation services. The Credentials Evaluation Standards were developed with input from the physical therapy credentialing agencies that are licensed to use FSBPT's Coursework Tool. NOTE:
Prior to 1995 the terminal degree for PT's was either a bachelors or master's degree. In 1995 CAPTE accredited all baccalaureate, master's, and Doctor of Physical Therapy terminal degree programs. Effective 2002, CAPTE changed its scope of accrediting activities of PT education programs to include only those programs that culminate in post-baccalaureate degrees (eliminating the baccalaureate degree). Effective 2015, professional physical therapy education programs have only offered the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree to all new students. Licensure:
Applicants must meet the following licensure requirements to be considered for this position:
The PT must hold a full, current, and unrestricted state license, certification, or registration or trademark to practice occupational therapy in a State, Territory, a Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia. Non-licensed PTs, who otherwise meet the basic requirements in this standard, may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate PT at the GS-11 grade level under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 (a)(1)(D) for a period not-to-exceed two years from the date of employment on the condition that such PT provide care only under the supervision of a PT who is licensed. Failure to obtain licensure during that period is justification for termination of the temporary appointment. NOTE. Individuals who have or have had multiple licenses and had any such license revoked for professional misconduct, professional incompetency or substandard care, or who surrendered such license after receiving written notice of potential termination of such license by the state for professional misconduct, professional incompetence, or substandard care, are not eligible for appointment to the position unless such revoked or surrendered license is fully restored (38 U.S.C 7402(f)). Effective November 30, 1999, this is a requirement for employment. This requirement does not apply to licensed physical therapists on VA rolls as of November 30, 1999, provided the individual maintains a continuous appointment and is not disqualified for employment by any subsequent revocations or voluntary surrenders of State license, registration or certification. Grade Determinations:
Physical Therapist (Supervisory) GS-13 In addition to meeting the basic requirements, one year of progressively complex experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. In addition to the above requirements, the candidate must demonstrate the all following KSAs:
A. Advanced knowledge and expert skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in a specialized treatment area of physical therapy. B. Ability to serve as a consultant and subject matter expert for health care providers regarding the delivery of care within a specialized content area of physical therapy (see paragraph 2i) C. Ability to teach and mentor medical center staff in a specialized content area of physical therapy D. Ability to guide the work of a multi-disciplinary team in a specialized content area of physical therapy. E. Advanced knowledge and expert skill to perform and interpret specialized procedures and tests in evaluating the treatment outcomes in the assigned specialty content area. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/99 PART II APPENDIX G12 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS 13. Physical Requirements:
Light lifting, under 15 pounds; Light carrying, under 15 pounds; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (4 hours); Standing (4 hours); Repeated bending; Both legs required; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Hearing (aid permitted); Mental and Emotional Stability
- Department:
0633 Physical Therapist - Salary Range:
$98,351 to $127,860 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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