Physical Therapist (Program Coordinator)

Summary

The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Coordinator work collaboratively with the Chief of Rehabilitation, Inpatient Rehabilitation Rehab Providers, Acute Medicine Nurse Manager, and Rehabilitation Team in program development and coordinating operations of both the Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit and outpatient clinics-specifically Spinal Cord Injury Clinic, Amputee Clinic, and PM&R TBI/Polytrauma Clinic.

Duties

VA Careers - Physical Therapy: https://youtube.com/embed/Gi2hoFqIoqY Major Duties and Responsibilities Participates in the implementation of the admissions process, developing interventions and goals that maximize function for patients on 12-bed inpatient rehab unit. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team. Liaise with staff to communicate concerns to interdisciplinary team. Engages in the rehabilitation referral process, serving as the primary liaison for outside consultations requesting rehabilitation services. Manages outside consults for potential admission into VA Inpatient Rehab by performing chart reviews to verify admission criteria and appropriateness in collaboration with PM&R Resident and Medical Providers. Coordinates admissions from the EOVAHCS other VA units, outside hospitals, SNFs, and home. Attend meetings and patient rounds as needed. Communicates regularly with staff to ensure pertinent and timely exchange of information. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills to develop a rapport with patients, families, healthcare providers, referral sources, and home health agencies. Documents appropriately in Electronic Medical Record. EOVAHCS Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program (CIIRP), responsible for implementation and management of program compliance, performance improvement, strategic plan development, and analysis of patient outcomes. Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies such as Joint Commission. Assists with submission of outcomes data to VA Data Systems, Outcomes, and GG scores. Develops and documents Strategic Plan, Performance Improvement Plans, Outcomes Analyses and other documentation requirements. Safety issues for the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit. As needed participates as Hospital Falls Committee member. Coordinates annual emergency safety training for the Interdisciplinary Team. Develops and implements quality improvement efforts related to all aspects of patient care and the rehabilitation program. Collect data, analyze trends, and identify areas of improvement on patient safety and risk management. Assists in the development of policies and standard operating procedures with both Department and Hospital-wide committees. As needed acts as Chair of Rehab Steering Committee. Collaborates with authorization staff to ensure funding sources are utilized in a fiscally responsible manner. Completes Community Care Consults for Medical Rehab to ensure timely and efficient care. Provides recommendation for alternative level of care. Collaborate with Community Nursing Home Program staff and Community Care staff as needed. The Physical Therapist is responsible for developing and administering treatment programs. In addition, s/he is responsible for his/her own professional development, keeping current with treatment techniques. Performs additional duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not Available Functional Statement #: 623-61073-0

Requirements

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. 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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). 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. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications and evaluation

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. Area of Consideration - Eligible applications will be reviewed and referred based on Veterans' Preference. 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.

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/.

How to apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/06/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13102201. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Required documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: License Long-form resume/Curriculum vitae (CV) Transcript The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc. Your resume/CV must include the following information for each job listed (a determination may not be able to be made if these items are missing): Job title and Duties Month & year, start/end dated (e.g. June 2020 to April 2021) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Series and Grade, if applicable Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License Long-form resume/Curriculum vitae (CV) Other (1) Professional Certification SF-15 Transcript Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference. Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit for 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. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. 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. 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. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.