U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Supervisory Orthotist-Prosthetist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, San Juan, San Juan, us, 00902
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $88,621.00/yr - $115,213.00/yr
Summary An Orthotist-Prosthetist at this level must have analytical ability - social awareness - tact - diplomacy - and good communication skills. The Orthotist-Prosthetist - at this level - must be able to anticipate the need for action. He/she must also possess the ability to deal effectively with individuals and groups and to adjust to difficult or stressful situations. ABC or BOC Practitioner Certification is required at this level.
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
Education A bachelor's degree or higher in orthotics and prosthetics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited program
OR A bachelor's degree or higher in any major along with a post-graduate orthotics or prosthetics certificate from a CAAHEP accredited program
Foreign Graduates
Graduates of foreign degree programs must have proof of a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or foreign equivalent - as verified through an independent credential evaluation company) - with a specialization in orthotics and prosthetics
Board Certification
Candidates must be board certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC) as an orthotist - prosthetist - or orthotist/prosthetist
The board certificate must be current and the applicant must abide by the certifying body's requirements for continuing education
Certification as a technician - pedorthist - assistant or fitter does not meet this requirement
Loss of Credential
An employee in this occupation who fails to maintain the required certification must be removed from the occupation which may result in termination of employment
At the discretion of the appointing official - an employee may be reassigned to another occupation for which he/she qualifies if a placement opportunity exists
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)
English/Spanish Language Proficiency
Orthotists - prosthetists - or orthotist/prosthetists must be proficient in spoken and written as required
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates
GS-11 (Full Performance Level | KSAs) Ability to attend clinics and participate as a fully participating member of the treatment team with considerable influence in the development of the treatment plan
This includes advanced knowledge of medical terminology - anatomy - physiology - biomechanics - kinesiology - physics - and etiology of diseases as well as knowledge of psychology and age related competencies
Ability to conduct clinical patient analyses such as gait - range of motion - life style - etc. - for patients with a wide range of complex medical conditions which include unusual problems or complications - and to design unique or innovative devices to accommodate those conditions
Ability to recognize physical abnormalities - deviations - and complicating conditions with potentially life threatening implications
Supervisory Orthotist/Prosthetist - GS-12 Experience
Completion of one (1) year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) as an orthotist/prosthetist functioning as a full member of the clinical team which includes significant involvement in treatment plan development for the most complex types of conditions
Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities
In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSA and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment- specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Knowledge of regulatory requirements established by the ABC - BOC - the National Committee for Orthotic/Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) - the International Association of Orthotists and Prosthetists (IAOP) - the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) - Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) - etc
* Knowledge of administrative functions including budget development and management - inventory management - space and workload planning - as well as knowledge of the National Prosthetic Patient Database (NPPD) - knowledge of the Prosthetic National Software (PNS) package - Decision Support System (DSS) - and knowledge of accreditation requirements for orthotic and prosthetic laboratories and certification requirements for individuals
* Ability to analyze data and provide reports using CPRS - Vista - DSS - HCPCS codes and other patient database information
* Ability to provide training to orthotists/prosthetists in new technologies and innovations in devices
* Ability to manage and supervise employees
(To be used if the assignment is supervisory in nature.) Assignments | Supervisory Orthotist/Prosthetist
The orthotist/prosthetist at this level serves as supervisor of an orthotics/prosthetics laboratory assessing - planning - and evaluating the orthotic/prosthetic program at the facility level to ensure proper coordination between the delivery of orthotic/prosthetic services and the overall delivery of health care
Responsibilities include assuring the accreditation of the laboratory - regulatory compliance - and a variety of administrative duties such as developing a budget - managing inventory and resources - overseeing contract employees - supervising assigned staff - etc
The assignment includes performance of the full range of supervisory duties
This includes responsibility for assignment of duties
development of performance standards and performance evaluations
and recommendations for appointment - awards - advancement - and when appropriate - disciplinary action
etc
At this level - the orthotist/prosthetist serves as a consultant within orthotic and prosthetic treatment service and with other facility health care staff in evaluating health care delivery to patients
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
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: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Duties
The duties of the Supervisory Orthotist-Prosthetist include - but are not limited to the following: Supervisory responsibilities for all Health Technicians-Pedorthists and Prosthetist-Orthotist in the delivery and/or support of treatment and education of patients and families within the scope of this position
Assignment and evaluation of work to O&P section staff - Prosthetists and Health Technicians-Pedorthist including technical oversight to assure prompt and smooth delivery of services to patients
Consultation with physicians - members of the rehabilitation team and other health professionals through case presentations - and reevaluation of clinics
Participates and advises on matters such as prescription - coding - fabrication and fitting of prosthetic limbs and orthotic technologies
Responds to patients' needs and issues to provide continuity of care in adverse circumstances
Identifies biomechanical conditions
Conducts gait analysis - range of motion - coordination and balance - motor skills - and clinical assessment studies in accordance with occupational principles for unusual conditions - multiple complex interrelated conditions - etc
Interviews patients to determine expectations and lifestyle - home/work environment - and ability to use the device
Identifies subjective and objective information to enable the development of an appropriate orthotic/prosthetic care plan in concordance with diagnosis-specific clinical - functional - and cognitive examination
Monitors patient clinical status and response - noting the baseline function and follow up outcomes - and consider the patient indications/contraindications for appropriate treatment
Discusses assessment with referring physical/providers &/or interdisciplinary team - to develop the overall treatment plans
Takes necessary measurements - casts - or scans to develop positive molds of the affected area of the body - which are used to create the orthotic and/or prosthesis
Recognizes physical abnormalities - deviations - and complicating conditions with potentially life‑threatening implications
Communicates with the prescribing physician as needed to verify and/or modify the original prescription and/or treatment plan
Considers new and emerging technologies in designing unique or innovative devices to accommodate or treat a wide range of complex medical conditions - which include unusual problems or complications
Considering the information developed through assessment as well as time management workload considerations - designs custom devices using standard components to optimize patient performance for difficult and complex conditions
may include CAD/CAM systems
Selects materials and components to be used in the fabrication of the device and determines appropriate equipment to be used
Investigates literature for evidence‑based treatment options to formulate the treatment plan
Determines and justifies the design details of the orthotic/prosthetic device prescription
Fits the device on the patient - assures preliminary alignment - and performs subsequent dynamic alignment
Educates patients and caregivers and provides disclosure of potential risks - benefits - and limitations in orthotic or prosthetic care
Assesses and/or modifies the fit and function of the device as fabricated and makes appropriate modifications to ensure optimum patient outcome
Evaluates the patient's ability to don/doff the device - provides training to the patient and/or caregiver in its use and maintenance - and may also train clinical staff
Explains procedures and processes to the patient to reduce anxiety and gain support and cooperation in all stages of the process
Ensures the patient's ability to wear and use the orthotic/prosthetic device and verifies progress
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 60124F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Government Administration
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $88,621.00/yr - $115,213.00/yr
Summary An Orthotist-Prosthetist at this level must have analytical ability - social awareness - tact - diplomacy - and good communication skills. The Orthotist-Prosthetist - at this level - must be able to anticipate the need for action. He/she must also possess the ability to deal effectively with individuals and groups and to adjust to difficult or stressful situations. ABC or BOC Practitioner Certification is required at this level.
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
Education A bachelor's degree or higher in orthotics and prosthetics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited program
OR A bachelor's degree or higher in any major along with a post-graduate orthotics or prosthetics certificate from a CAAHEP accredited program
Foreign Graduates
Graduates of foreign degree programs must have proof of a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or foreign equivalent - as verified through an independent credential evaluation company) - with a specialization in orthotics and prosthetics
Board Certification
Candidates must be board certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC) as an orthotist - prosthetist - or orthotist/prosthetist
The board certificate must be current and the applicant must abide by the certifying body's requirements for continuing education
Certification as a technician - pedorthist - assistant or fitter does not meet this requirement
Loss of Credential
An employee in this occupation who fails to maintain the required certification must be removed from the occupation which may result in termination of employment
At the discretion of the appointing official - an employee may be reassigned to another occupation for which he/she qualifies if a placement opportunity exists
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)
English/Spanish Language Proficiency
Orthotists - prosthetists - or orthotist/prosthetists must be proficient in spoken and written as required
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates
GS-11 (Full Performance Level | KSAs) Ability to attend clinics and participate as a fully participating member of the treatment team with considerable influence in the development of the treatment plan
This includes advanced knowledge of medical terminology - anatomy - physiology - biomechanics - kinesiology - physics - and etiology of diseases as well as knowledge of psychology and age related competencies
Ability to conduct clinical patient analyses such as gait - range of motion - life style - etc. - for patients with a wide range of complex medical conditions which include unusual problems or complications - and to design unique or innovative devices to accommodate those conditions
Ability to recognize physical abnormalities - deviations - and complicating conditions with potentially life threatening implications
Supervisory Orthotist/Prosthetist - GS-12 Experience
Completion of one (1) year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) as an orthotist/prosthetist functioning as a full member of the clinical team which includes significant involvement in treatment plan development for the most complex types of conditions
Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities
In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSA and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment- specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Knowledge of regulatory requirements established by the ABC - BOC - the National Committee for Orthotic/Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) - the International Association of Orthotists and Prosthetists (IAOP) - the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) - Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) - etc
* Knowledge of administrative functions including budget development and management - inventory management - space and workload planning - as well as knowledge of the National Prosthetic Patient Database (NPPD) - knowledge of the Prosthetic National Software (PNS) package - Decision Support System (DSS) - and knowledge of accreditation requirements for orthotic and prosthetic laboratories and certification requirements for individuals
* Ability to analyze data and provide reports using CPRS - Vista - DSS - HCPCS codes and other patient database information
* Ability to provide training to orthotists/prosthetists in new technologies and innovations in devices
* Ability to manage and supervise employees
(To be used if the assignment is supervisory in nature.) Assignments | Supervisory Orthotist/Prosthetist
The orthotist/prosthetist at this level serves as supervisor of an orthotics/prosthetics laboratory assessing - planning - and evaluating the orthotic/prosthetic program at the facility level to ensure proper coordination between the delivery of orthotic/prosthetic services and the overall delivery of health care
Responsibilities include assuring the accreditation of the laboratory - regulatory compliance - and a variety of administrative duties such as developing a budget - managing inventory and resources - overseeing contract employees - supervising assigned staff - etc
The assignment includes performance of the full range of supervisory duties
This includes responsibility for assignment of duties
development of performance standards and performance evaluations
and recommendations for appointment - awards - advancement - and when appropriate - disciplinary action
etc
At this level - the orthotist/prosthetist serves as a consultant within orthotic and prosthetic treatment service and with other facility health care staff in evaluating health care delivery to patients
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
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: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Duties
The duties of the Supervisory Orthotist-Prosthetist include - but are not limited to the following: Supervisory responsibilities for all Health Technicians-Pedorthists and Prosthetist-Orthotist in the delivery and/or support of treatment and education of patients and families within the scope of this position
Assignment and evaluation of work to O&P section staff - Prosthetists and Health Technicians-Pedorthist including technical oversight to assure prompt and smooth delivery of services to patients
Consultation with physicians - members of the rehabilitation team and other health professionals through case presentations - and reevaluation of clinics
Participates and advises on matters such as prescription - coding - fabrication and fitting of prosthetic limbs and orthotic technologies
Responds to patients' needs and issues to provide continuity of care in adverse circumstances
Identifies biomechanical conditions
Conducts gait analysis - range of motion - coordination and balance - motor skills - and clinical assessment studies in accordance with occupational principles for unusual conditions - multiple complex interrelated conditions - etc
Interviews patients to determine expectations and lifestyle - home/work environment - and ability to use the device
Identifies subjective and objective information to enable the development of an appropriate orthotic/prosthetic care plan in concordance with diagnosis-specific clinical - functional - and cognitive examination
Monitors patient clinical status and response - noting the baseline function and follow up outcomes - and consider the patient indications/contraindications for appropriate treatment
Discusses assessment with referring physical/providers &/or interdisciplinary team - to develop the overall treatment plans
Takes necessary measurements - casts - or scans to develop positive molds of the affected area of the body - which are used to create the orthotic and/or prosthesis
Recognizes physical abnormalities - deviations - and complicating conditions with potentially life‑threatening implications
Communicates with the prescribing physician as needed to verify and/or modify the original prescription and/or treatment plan
Considers new and emerging technologies in designing unique or innovative devices to accommodate or treat a wide range of complex medical conditions - which include unusual problems or complications
Considering the information developed through assessment as well as time management workload considerations - designs custom devices using standard components to optimize patient performance for difficult and complex conditions
may include CAD/CAM systems
Selects materials and components to be used in the fabrication of the device and determines appropriate equipment to be used
Investigates literature for evidence‑based treatment options to formulate the treatment plan
Determines and justifies the design details of the orthotic/prosthetic device prescription
Fits the device on the patient - assures preliminary alignment - and performs subsequent dynamic alignment
Educates patients and caregivers and provides disclosure of potential risks - benefits - and limitations in orthotic or prosthetic care
Assesses and/or modifies the fit and function of the device as fabricated and makes appropriate modifications to ensure optimum patient outcome
Evaluates the patient's ability to don/doff the device - provides training to the patient and/or caregiver in its use and maintenance - and may also train clinical staff
Explains procedures and processes to the patient to reduce anxiety and gain support and cooperation in all stages of the process
Ensures the patient's ability to wear and use the orthotic/prosthetic device and verifies progress
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 60124F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Government Administration
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