Prosthetic Representative TCF Trainee

Summary

The Technical Career Field (TCF),a national workforce development program within VHA that was designed to replenish technical staff in critically identified positions for the Prosthetic Representative within the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service (PSAS). Under the preceptorship of a Supervisory Prosthetic Representative, for the purpose of orientation, learning and experiencing specialized functions specific to the management of Prosthetics Service Line and related specialized programs,

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

04/17/2024 to 05/02/2024

• Salary

$54,061 - $70,280 per year

• Pay scale & grade

GS 7

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

• Ann Arbor, MI

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• Travel Required

25% or less

• You may be expected to travel for this position.

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Permanent -

• Work schedule

Full-time -

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

9

• Job family (Series)

0672 Prosthetic Representative

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Other

• Drug test

No

• Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

• Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

• Announcement number

CBSR-12380253-24-OL

• Control number

787206200

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This job is open to

• The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Veterans

Clarification from the agency

Open to ALL U.S. Citizens.

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Duties

The Technical Career Field (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 follow a formal training plan for two years during which they 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.

*Selectees will be required to sign Mobility, Training, and Continued Service Agreements.

This is a developmental position leading to a GS-9, performing assignments intended to broaden skills and provide practical experience leading to progressively more complex assignments performed under progressively less supervision. You will ultimately acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-9. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher level work, and availability of funds.

Duties include but are limited to:

1.Assists with planning, developing, and directing a Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Program at the national,

VISN or local level;

2.Assists serving as an advisor to clinicians with regard to selection, prescription, and acquisition of prosthetic

devices involving furnishing information concerning such matters as new developments in the field of

prosthetics and sources of supply for such devices;

3.Interpreting prescriptions of clinicians in order to make certain that proper prosthetic devices are selected

for, or by, the patients;

4.Authorizing the purchase, fabrication or repair of prosthetic devices;

5.Maintaining continuous liaison with manufacturers and dealers of prosthetic supplies, inspecting their

facilities and services and participating in the award of prosthetic appliance contracts;

6.Training will expose the incumbent trainee to the full range of Prosthetic Representative duties including

data analysis, statistics, budgeting, contracting, procurement, inventory management, human resources, and

supervision

Work Schedule: Monday

• Friday, 8:00am

• 4:30pm

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Remote: This is not a Remote position.

Telework: Available

Functional Statement #: 933550/ Prosthetics Representative Trainee

Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• 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.

• You may be required to serve a probationary period.

• Subject to background/security investigation.

• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.

• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.

• Training-Service Agreement and Mobility Agreement required.

• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

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 and Education. Individuals must meet at least one (1) of the requirements below:

• 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. equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Transcripts required) OR,
• Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying. (Transcripts required)

English Language Proficiency. Candidates will not be appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C. chapters 73 or 74, to serve in direct patient-care capacity in VHA who are not proficient in written and spoken English.

Grade Determinations

GS-7 Experience: In addition to the basic requirements, 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower level (GS-5). In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the below KSAs:

• Ability to understand and apply processes, procedures, regulations, and laws as it applies to purchasing and the provision of prosthetic items/services.

• Ability to coordinate multiple requests for durable medical equipment (DME), including repairs, services, and benefits.

• 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.

• Ability to monitor contractors and vendors for compliance with contract requirements.

Important: The hiring grade will be GS-7, with promotion potential to the GS-9. The TCF Trainee would be placed non-competitively in the full promotion level of GS 9, only upon satisfactory performance as deemed by the program manager.

Preferred Experience: Hospital or Durable Medical Equipment Purchasing, Experience working with Veterans and/or their families, knowledge of Medical Terminology, experience working with purchasing contracts

References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G34 -Prosthetic Representative Qualification Standard

Physical Requirements:

While this position is mostly sedentary, certain aspects of this job will require occasional heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over); heavy carrying (15-44 lbs.); moderate carrying (15-44lbs); straight pulling (up to 1 hour); pushing (2 hours); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers; climbing, use of legs and arms. Operation of vehicle for authorized Government travel.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

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.

Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.

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.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.