Occupational Therapist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Topeka, KS, United States
Summary
The Occupational Therapist independently develops rehabilitation objectives for patients, independently solving complex problems related to Occupational Therapy, and engages the patient in activities to restore and enhance their performance and potential for independent living or maximum function within their lifestyles. The primary function of this position is evaluation and treatment of patients referred to Occupational Therapy.
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
English Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f)
Education and/or Experience: The individual must meet at least one of the following requirements: (a) Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist; (b) Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) full years of graduate education in a related field; (c) Master's Degree or higher in occupational therapy.
Individuals must be a graduate of a degree program in occupational therapy approved by the ACOTE or predecessor organizations.
Certification: Candidates must possess a current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist.
State Licensure: Candidates must possess a full, current, and unrestricted state license to practice occupational therapy in a state, territory or Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico) or in the District of Columbia.
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 for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates:
Occupational Therapist - GS-12: education, experience and licensure: completion of one year of experience equivalent to at the GS‑11 grade level and directly related to the position being filled.
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): the candidate must demonstrate all of the following: (a) Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and techniques consistent with current clinical standards based on OT theory and evidence‑based practice; (b) Ability to collaborate and communicate orally and in writing with all internal and external stakeholders; (c) Ability to use critical analysis, clinical reasoning, and creativity to independently solve complex problems related to adapting and modifying assessments, treatment plans, activities and procedures to meet the needs of patients; (d) Skill in procuring, fabricating, adjusting, adapting, and modifying orthoses, splints, and adaptive equipment for activities of daily living (inclusive of durable medical equipment); (e) Ability to conduct OT related in‑service and clinical training.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS‑12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS‑12.
Physical Requirements
Moderate lifting (15-44 pounds)
Moderate carrying (15-44 pounds)
Reaching above the shoulder
Use of fingers; both hands required
Walking (up to 8 hours per day)
Standing (up to 8 hours per day)
Repeated bending (up to 4 hours)
Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4
Far vision correctable to 20/40 in one eye
Ability to distinguish basic colors
Hearing (aid permitted).
Duties
This assignment carries responsibility for providing occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to veteran patients according to the VA Eastern Kansas Health Care System (VAEKHCS) mission and the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation guidelines.
The therapist will provide coverage of the services provided by Occupational Therapy in the Acute Care, Outpatient, and Extended Care Settings as needed.
The therapist independently develops rehabilitation objectives for patients, independently solving complex problems related to Occupational Therapy, and engages the patient in activities to restore and enhance their performance and potential for independent living or maximum function within their lifestyles.
Duties vary covering a wide range of medical diagnoses, many with multiple complex interacting problems which need to be considered in the total treatment program.
Incumbent monitors and evaluates clinically appropriate treatment programs with great autonomy.
The occupational therapist may be required to travel to and from the Topeka and Leavenworth campuses of VAEKHCS for clinical coverage responsibilities.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
Reference
For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
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The Occupational Therapist independently develops rehabilitation objectives for patients, independently solving complex problems related to Occupational Therapy, and engages the patient in activities to restore and enhance their performance and potential for independent living or maximum function within their lifestyles. The primary function of this position is evaluation and treatment of patients referred to Occupational Therapy.
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
English Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f)
Education and/or Experience: The individual must meet at least one of the following requirements: (a) Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist; (b) Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) full years of graduate education in a related field; (c) Master's Degree or higher in occupational therapy.
Individuals must be a graduate of a degree program in occupational therapy approved by the ACOTE or predecessor organizations.
Certification: Candidates must possess a current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist.
State Licensure: Candidates must possess a full, current, and unrestricted state license to practice occupational therapy in a state, territory or Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico) or in the District of Columbia.
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 for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates:
Occupational Therapist - GS-12: education, experience and licensure: completion of one year of experience equivalent to at the GS‑11 grade level and directly related to the position being filled.
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): the candidate must demonstrate all of the following: (a) Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and techniques consistent with current clinical standards based on OT theory and evidence‑based practice; (b) Ability to collaborate and communicate orally and in writing with all internal and external stakeholders; (c) Ability to use critical analysis, clinical reasoning, and creativity to independently solve complex problems related to adapting and modifying assessments, treatment plans, activities and procedures to meet the needs of patients; (d) Skill in procuring, fabricating, adjusting, adapting, and modifying orthoses, splints, and adaptive equipment for activities of daily living (inclusive of durable medical equipment); (e) Ability to conduct OT related in‑service and clinical training.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS‑12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS‑12.
Physical Requirements
Moderate lifting (15-44 pounds)
Moderate carrying (15-44 pounds)
Reaching above the shoulder
Use of fingers; both hands required
Walking (up to 8 hours per day)
Standing (up to 8 hours per day)
Repeated bending (up to 4 hours)
Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4
Far vision correctable to 20/40 in one eye
Ability to distinguish basic colors
Hearing (aid permitted).
Duties
This assignment carries responsibility for providing occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to veteran patients according to the VA Eastern Kansas Health Care System (VAEKHCS) mission and the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation guidelines.
The therapist will provide coverage of the services provided by Occupational Therapy in the Acute Care, Outpatient, and Extended Care Settings as needed.
The therapist independently develops rehabilitation objectives for patients, independently solving complex problems related to Occupational Therapy, and engages the patient in activities to restore and enhance their performance and potential for independent living or maximum function within their lifestyles.
Duties vary covering a wide range of medical diagnoses, many with multiple complex interacting problems which need to be considered in the total treatment program.
Incumbent monitors and evaluates clinically appropriate treatment programs with great autonomy.
The occupational therapist may be required to travel to and from the Topeka and Leavenworth campuses of VAEKHCS for clinical coverage responsibilities.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
Reference
For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
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