Supervisory Prosthetic Representative

Veterans Health Administration • Livermore, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The duties of the Supervisory Prosthetic Representative are to administer, supervise, or perform work concerned with rendering prosthetic and sensory aids services to disabled patients. This work requires the application and interpretation of laws concerning benefits available to disabled patients and a specialized knowledge of the medical and psychological problems directly related to the use of prosthetic devices. Duties The Supervisory Prosthetic Representative completes a variety of supervisory and non-supervisory prosthetic and sensory aids assignments, projects, and activities independently to meet the program's long- and short-term goals. Major duties include but are not limited to : Planning, developing, and directing a Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Program at the local level Advising clinicians on device selection, prescription, and acquisition; interpreting prescriptions Authorizing purchase, fabrication or repair of devices Liaising with manufacturers and dealers Participating in research projects Providing technical advice to other facilities Communicating effectively Coordinating workflow and assignments Working independently to set priorities, meet deadlines, analyze problems, and implement solutions Applying leadership and managerial techniques Managing healthcare programs for medical equipment, rehabilitation, assistive devices, and orthotics/prosthetics.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.
• Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
• Will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period.
• 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
• 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
• 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).
• At least one year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level.
• Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Leadership and managerial skills, including skill in interpersonal relations and conflict resolution to deal with employees, team leaders, and managers.
• Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties, including responsibility for assignment of work to be performed; evaluation of performance; selection of staff; and recommendation of awards, advancements, and disciplinary actions.
• 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.
• Skill in coordinating work flow and work assignments.
• Ability to counsel patients and work effectively with a clinical team to resolve conflict.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Planning, developing, and directing a Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Program at the local level
• Advising clinicians on device selection, prescription, and acquisition; interpreting prescriptions
• Authorizing purchase, fabrication or repair of devices
• Liaising with manufacturers and dealers
• Participating in research projects
• Providing technical advice to other facilities
• Communicating effectively
• Coordinating workflow and assignments
• Working independently to set priorities, meet deadlines, analyze problems, and implement solutions
• Applying leadership and managerial techniques
• Managing healthcare programs for medical equipment, rehabilitation, assistive devices, and orthotics/prosthetics
• Supervision, administrative management, and direction of assigned PSAS staff
• Full administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the staff activities for the section or equivalent work unit

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager