Prosthetic Representative (TCF Intern) at Johnson

JOB SUMMARY:

Vacancy Identification Number (VIN) 938086

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincolns promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" – by serving and honoring the men and women who are Americas Veterans.  

As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities.  For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/

Note:  The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9  The actual grade at which an applicant will be selected for this vacancy is GS-7.  The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidate’s education and experience and recommend the grade and step at which the candidate will be placed.  The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.

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.

Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.

 

This position is being filled under the Technical Career Field (TCF) Recent Graduates Program. TCF is a national workforce development program within VHA that was designed to replenish technical staff in critically identified positions. The TCF career fields represent those technical fields where VA-specific knowledge and experience is desirable for success in the field.

 Individuals selected for these positions are trained, coached, and supervised by a preceptor. Preceptors are selected annually, through an extensive application process, for their technical expertise, their commitment to training and the suitability of their facility as a training location.

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Must pass pre-employment examination
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English
• Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required
• Background and-or Security Investigation required
• Mobility and Training agreement required.
• 5 year commitment to the VA required.

DUTIES:Back to top

The Prosthetic Representative (TCF):

• Administers and performs work concerned with rendering prosthetic and sensory aids services to disabled patients. 
• Duties include such work as planning, developing, and directing a Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Program at the national, VISN or local level. 
• The incumbent serves as an advisor to clinicians with regard to selection, prescription, and acquisition of 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.  The Prosthetic Representative authorizes the purchase, fabrication or repair of prosthetic devices. 
• The incumbent participates in investigative/research project studies. 
• The incumbent provides technical and administrative advice and assistance on prosthetic problems to other facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:   

• U.S. citizenship.  Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Experience:  Three years of experience that demonstrates: knowledge of accounting methods; ability to 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; ability to compile, research, analyze, comprehend, and apply information or data; and ability to work as a team member in a group setting.  OR
• Education:  Education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.  OR
• Experience/Education Combination:  Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying.

 

In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates.

Preferred Experience: Knowledge of Prosthetic and durable medical equipment.

 

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

GRADE DETERMINATIONS:
GS-7: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1) Ability to understand and apply procedures, regulations, and laws; 2) Knowledge of procurement practices; 3) Knowledge of appropriations and obligations relating to accounts; 4) Knowledge of general anatomy and medical terminology; 5) Knowledge of principles and practices of budget formulation and execution. OR an appropriate bachelor’s degree to include business; those in a medical field, e.g., kinesiotherapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, orthotics, prosthetics, nursing, etc.,; public administration; health administration; or those in related courses of study. (Must submit a copy of transcripts)

 

References:

This is an Excepted Appointment. Excepted service positions have been exempt from the requirements of the competitive service by law, Executive Order, or OPM Regulation (5 U.S.C. 2103 and 5 CFR part 213). Public Law No. 108-170 converts this occupational series from the competitive civil service to the Hybrid Title 38 employment system.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Managements website at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications

PLEASE NOTE:  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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)  Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.  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.

Physical Requirements: Position is in a climate controlled enviroment, may require lifting of items under 50 pounds. Some standing may be required for inventory purposes.

Veterans Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or 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 Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.  For more information, please review the information for disabled Veterans in the application checklist or visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

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

Country: USA, State: Tennessee, City: Johnson, Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration.