Description du poste
The Prosthetic Representative (Assistant Chief) shares responsibility with the Chief for the management, oversight, and performance of the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service (PSAS) at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System (CVHCS) and throughout its catchment area. The incumbent directs service operations, supervises staff, and aligns program priorities and resources with facility goals.
PRINCIPALES MISSIONS :
This serves as a standard Prosthetic Representative (Supervisor) functional statement (FS) to be used throughout the VHA. The incumbent performs the majority or all the following major duties and responsibilities in this functional statement. Provides supervisory leadership, administrative management, and direction to PSAS staff, including assigning work, establishing priorities, assessing competencies, evaluating performance, and overseeing staff training and development. Serves as an expert advisor to facility leadership and clinical and administrative partners on the planning, administration, and delivery of prosthetic and sensory aids services to Veterans. Represents PSAS on facility committees, workgroups, and project teams; coordinates service priorities and initiatives with other departments; and advises the Chief and facility leadership on program outcomes, operational issues, and recommendations for improvement. Leads service-level projects and interdisciplinary initiatives to improve operational efficiency, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. Ensures compliance with applicable VA and VHA policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards. Establishes and monitors performance and quality measures, conducts internal reviews, and implements corrective actions. Oversees human resources activities, including developing functional statements, performance standards, and competencies; interviewing and selecting candidates; and recommending awards, advancements, and disciplinary actions in coordination with Human Resources and senior management. Manages employee performance and conduct matters, provides counseling, and oversees time and attendance and leave administration in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Contributes to budget planning, resource allocation, and fiscal management; analyzes expenditures, forecasts equipment and resource needs, and develops cost-containment measures that support effective service delivery. Oversees procurement, contracting requirements, and inventory management activities related to prosthetic and sensory aids services, including the purchase, fabrication, fitting, repair, and replacement of devices and equipment. Collaborates with clinicians, Supply Chain Management, vendors, and other stakeholders to address equipment and service needs and resolve issues affecting Veterans' access to appropriate prosthetic and sensory aids. Analyzes operational, fiscal, and program data; prepares reports and recommendations; and develops local policies and procedures consistent with national requirements for the Chief's review and approval. Coordinates responses to Veteran concerns, congressional inquiries, contractor issues, and policy questions, keeping the Chief informed of significant issues, actions, and outcomes. Work Schedule: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday- Friday Telework: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES :
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. 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