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Summary The PM&RS Therapy Chief incumbent serves as an active tertiary care medical center that is part of the Veteran's Affairs (VA) VISN 10. The PM&R service is comprised of 9 distinct therapy programs (Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), Recreation and Creative Arts Therapy, Yoga, Tai Chi, Fitness Center and Polytrauma/TBI, the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit and Pain University and any new additional services as directed by the immediate supervisor. Responsibilities Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Plans the work to be accomplished, sets goals based on the facilities strategic plan, analyze data for reporting and develops/implements action plans to assist with the achievement of goals/performance. Plans, organizes, and attends meetings at the service line level up to the PENTAD to assist with plan development and reporting of actions to obtain facility performance. Tracks and analyze all data pertaining to service performance. Standardize processes and forms, establishes performance measures and analyzes actions, develops actions based on analysis of results, metrics, quality assurance/compliance, operating practices, and reporting within the system. Exercises the management responsibility for the coordination and integration of new systems or has full delegation responsibilities for the functions of the PM&R service to include personnel management, assignment of duties. Establishes, maintains, and promotes VA PM&R area and supports personnel training and professional development programs, which are integral to the success of the PM&R programs. Develops training programs, develops curriculum, creates training opportunities, and develops tests designed to enhance the skills and abilities of subordinate staff. Fulfillment of these responsibilities includes management of a professional development program and career path for physical, occupational, recreational therapists, and oversight of PM&R workforce training programs. Mentors and guides PM&R personnel. Engages customers regularly and coordinates satisfaction surveys with customers to determine their needs and satisfaction with the way the PM&R service is meeting those needs; advises academic affiliations of programs and opportunities. Participates in facility and VISN Customer Support groups and seeks out best practices in the local private sector healthcare rehabilitation community. Provides staff service, advice, and guidance to all supervisory levels on the practice of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, techniques, and best practices. Also serves as a reviewer and authorizes/denies physical/occupational therapy community care consults. The incumbent will advise medical center providers at all levels in the organization as to the appropriate course of action regarding PM&R. Responsible for establishing and maintaining good working relationships with groups and organizations external to the VA. This includes area colleges, universities and high schools, veteran's organizations, professional societies, and community groups. Will also contact/respond to White House & congressional offices as required. Analyzes data and develops methods and systems to acquire information needed for Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Unannounced survey agency in the CLC, and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). Data is analyzed for use in policy, process improvements, creation of plans, development of action plans, participation in surveys, training of staff to prepare and plan, achievement of best standards of practice and evidence-based care to achieve accreditation. Independent in operations and decision-making on pertinent clinical and managerial subjects without compromising the medical responsibility and scope of practice as assigned. Assignments are received in terms of goals, priorities, deadlines, and suggested sources of information. Independently accomplishes the work and has wide latitude in decision making, selecting methods and approaches to be used, and resolving problems that arise. Independently selects additional tasks and projects to be undertaken based upon known or suspected problem areas and management needs. Performance is evaluated in terms of the incumbent's effect on the overall improvement in the delivery of medical rehabilitation health care services and the impact these programs have on the medical center. Identify the training and development needs of the section personnel, Develops, plans, and conducts training programs to meet needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of the training programs and makes revisions as necessary. Maintain current knowledge of physical medicine and rehabilitation techniques and management skills through reading, attendance at local, regional and national meetings, seminars and the involvement in professional organizations. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 93862-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You 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 dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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