Government and Policy, Healthcare, Other, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician
Job Description
Prosthetics Representative
Qualifications
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: 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 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, 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
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: In addition to the basic requirements above, applicants must meet all grade specific requirements for the level they wish to be considered for
In addition to the basic requirements, one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level, directly related to the position to be filled
AND (b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: 1
Ability to understand and apply processes, procedures, regulations, and laws as it applies to purchasing and the provision of prosthetic items/services
2
Ability to coordinate multiple requests for durable medical equipment (DME), including repairs, services, and benefits
3
Ability to act as a liaison with and work effectively with health care providers, patients, caregivers and vendors to ensure that the most appropriate device and services are received timely 4
Ability to monitor contractors and vendors for compliance with contract requirements
In addition to the basic requirements, one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level, that is directly related to the position to be filled
OR (b) Education
Education equivalent to two full years of progressively higher level graduate education or Master's or equivalent graduate 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 may 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
AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of methods to identify trends and causation factors sufficient to analyze prepared data and gather information to inform and advise management
Ability to organize, prioritize, and monitor actions to ensure timeliness
Ability to understand and articulate the benefits program options available
This includes communicating with patients, caregivers, health care providers and vendors
Ability to apply and educate others about national, VISN, and facility directives, policies, procedures and regulations
Ability to work effectively with a clinical team and provide recommendations for prosthetic devices
GS-11 (a)Experience
In addition to the basic requirements, one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level, that is directly related to the position to be filled
AND (b)Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: 1
Ability to work independently to set priorities
delegate tasks
meet multiple deadlines
analyze organizational problems
and develop and implement effective solutions to optimize quality, efficiency, performance, and productivity
2
Ability to work with a team, to provide technical guidance, plan, organize, and coordinate activities to effectively complete job duties of assignment, such as distributing workload
and monitoring the accuracy, status and progress of work
3
Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively, both orally and in writing, to meet program objectives
This may include preparing reports in various formats and presenting data to various organizational levels
4
Ability to assist in staff development, outcome management, and strategic planning
5
Ability to act as liaison between staff to resolve informal employee complaints and concerns
6
Knowledge of rehabilitative treatment goals and strategies that are unique to patients in specialized programs and knowledge of those specific program requirements
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS -11
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
