Prosthetic Representative (Assistant Chief)
Assist in development of local organizational policies and procedures consistent with national policies and procedures - Authorize/Approve purchase orders - Acts as an intermediary between the Prosthetics Centralized Purchasing Unit (PCU) Purchasing Agents and the local clinicians and vendors to procure the appropriate supplies, equipment or device for the Veteran - Development of Statements of Work (SOW) for service contracts - Monitor contracts for compliance to statement of work - Assist in the planning, development and preparation of annual budget estimates - Assist in analyzing costs to develop cost containment initiatives - Receive, analyze and process requests for prosthetic equipment and services - Identify and select national CMS/ Health Care Procedural Coding System (HCPCS) codes are entered for every item purchased through and/or billed to ensure proper reporting - Recommend and assist in establishing long and short term program goals - Responds to a variety of correspondence i.e. Veterans, Congressmen, contractors, Home Oxygen program - Chairperson in local facility committees, workgroups, teams - Assess and provide technical guidance concerning equipment and benefits to beneficiaries and other health care workers - Adjusts work load; recommends new performance measures; measures effectiveness against existing performance measures, review of workload and study workload/forecasting for future program growth. - Assist with implementation of new National and Local guidelines/policy - Assist in developing tools that allow monitoring of a quality assurance program - Analyze, review and evaluate the results of various monitors and databases - Confers with contractors and other health care workers - Inform Veterans and family on different appliances and services available - Analyze costs to develop cost containment initiatives - Coordinates specialty programs which include Clothing Allowance, Home O2, AAE, and HISA, Wheelchair, Amputee, Major Medical Committee (MMEC), Prevent Amputation for Veterans Everywhere (PAVE), etc., by scheduling Veterans and providing necessary documentation as applicable - Direct supervision of PSAS staff. - Ensures adherence to personnel management rules, regulations, and procedures and develops functional statements, performance standards and competencies for staff - Evaluate and assess performance of supervised staff. - Determine eligibility Review medical and administrative files of Veterans - Interview Veterans and inspect prosthetic equipment /appliances - Authorize benefit payment and reimbursement - Conduct home and vendor visits - Inspect and recommend approval of contractor prosthetic shops - Implement JC standards of care - Coordinate specialty clinics which include wheelchair, amputee, Major Medical Equipment Committee, Preventive Amputee Care Team (PACT), etc - Participate in team discussions - Serves as technical advisor and subject matter expert - Insure clinic decisions are implemented - Assist in management and maintenance of inventory - Issues inventory and refers the Veteran to proper clinical area for evaluation - Monitors spending against established spending plans - Sets guidelines and procedures to assure safe work environment and use of safety equipment - Keep abreast with current issues in the health care industry and technological advancements - Administer Veterans appeal process - Assists in the management of time and leave programs - Provides employee training - Responsible for the proper application of laws, rules and regulations - Communicate and respond orally or in writing with management and/or stakeholders - Assists in the development of proposals, business plans, and action plans and assist in the management of resources, i.e., space, equipment, supplies, and personnel - Prepares and presents lectures to VA and/or non-VA functions - Resolve conflicts - Cardholders/Approving Officials and A/OPCs are required to have purchase card duties incorporated as a component of their performance plans (A/OPCs already have this due to their position descriptions in VHA) Work Schedule:
Monday -Friday 7:
30AM - 4:
00PM Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Must be proficient in written and spoken English Experience and Education:
Individual must meet at least one of the requirements below 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. GS-12 Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates:
Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
1. Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties, including responsibility for assignment of work to be performed; assessment of competencies; evaluation of performance; selection of staff; and recommendation of awards, advancements, and disciplinary actions. 2. Ability to analyze data and make recommendations to optimize quality, efficiency, performance, and productivity within the service. 3. 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. 4. Knowledge of compliance and regulatory accrediting organizations. 5. Ability to manage, interpret, and present fiscal data (i.e. fund controls, contracts and equipment expenditures), forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer an allocated budget. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15, PART II APPENDIX G34, DATED JANUARY 18, 2018 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. Physical Requirements:
Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs.); Moderate carrying (15-44 lbs.); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, both hands required; walking (up to half hour); kneeling (up to half hour), repeated bending (half hour) climbing legs only (half hour); operation of motor vehicle; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); and dealing with individuals and groups and being able to adjust to difficult or stressful situations.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Monday -Friday 7:
30AM - 4:
00PM Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Must be proficient in written and spoken English Experience and Education:
Individual must meet at least one of the requirements below 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. GS-12 Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates:
Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
1. Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties, including responsibility for assignment of work to be performed; assessment of competencies; evaluation of performance; selection of staff; and recommendation of awards, advancements, and disciplinary actions. 2. Ability to analyze data and make recommendations to optimize quality, efficiency, performance, and productivity within the service. 3. 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. 4. Knowledge of compliance and regulatory accrediting organizations. 5. Ability to manage, interpret, and present fiscal data (i.e. fund controls, contracts and equipment expenditures), forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer an allocated budget. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15, PART II APPENDIX G34, DATED JANUARY 18, 2018 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. Physical Requirements:
Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs.); Moderate carrying (15-44 lbs.); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, both hands required; walking (up to half hour); kneeling (up to half hour), repeated bending (half hour) climbing legs only (half hour); operation of motor vehicle; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); and dealing with individuals and groups and being able to adjust to difficult or stressful situations.
- Department:
0672 Prosthetic Representative - Salary Range:
$81,875 to $106,442 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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