Job Title: Prosthetist/Orthotist
Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Job Announcement Number: HYB-11-070-451927-ML
JOB SUMMARY:
| WHO WE ARE We are people who take great pride and deep satisfaction in providing America's veterans with the best clinical care, the most innovative technology, and the most comprehensive array of benefits America has to offer. MISSION & VISION "To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan." –Abraham Lincoln ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: HYB-11-070-451927-ML VACANCY ID: 451927 POSITION TITLE: Prosthetist/Orthotist GS-0667-11/11 WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time Grade/Step/Salary will be recommended by a Professional Standards Board and is based upon education and/or experience. | |
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Milwaukee Metro area, WI
The reference to “orthotist/prosthetist” is intended to mean orthotist, prosthetist, or orthotist-prosthetist. The Professional Standards Board will determine the appropriate title based upon the specific qualifications of the individual.
*Certification at the practitioner level by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board for Orthotic/Prosthetist Certification (BOC) as an orthotist, prosthetist, or orthotist/prosthetist is not required but is highly desirable at this level.
The Orthotist, Prosthetist or Orthotist/Prosthetist functions primarily in the Orthotic-Prosthetic laboratory Section of the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service at the VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Orthotist/Prosthetist position duties include, but are not limited to: administering, supervising, or performing work involving the design, fabrication, and/or fitting of orthotic/prosthetic devices to preserve or restore function to patients with disabling condition of the limbs and spine, or with partial or total absence if limbs. This goal is accomplished through a comprehensive examination and assessment of patient needs; the formulation of a treatment plan; the design, component selection, measurement/casting of the patient; fabrication and fitting of the device to the patient; and continuing care, documentation and periodic examination of the patient and the device to assess the fit, function and changing needs of the patient.
The work performed in this position requires a specialized knowledge of medical and psychological problems directly related to the use of prosthetic/orthotic devices; and a specialized knowledge and understanding of the fabrication and fitting of prosthetic/orthotic devices. The orthotist/prosthetist at this level is expected to recognize physical abnormalities, deviations, and complicating conditions with potentially life threatening implications. The orthotist/prosthetist communicates and interacts with physicians, allied health professionals, patients and caregivers in various interdisciplinary clinical settings as a subject matter expert to develop the orthotic and/or prosthetic treatment plan.
Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Qualifications:
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment)
At least one full year of experience as an orthotist/prosthetist equivalent to the next lower level (GS-9) in the federal service that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to provide orthotic/prosthetic services in a hospital setting. Examples of demonstrated and required knowledge, skills and abilities include: the ability to attend clinics and participate as a member of a treatment team with considerable influence in the development of a treatment plan; knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, physics, and etiology of diseases as well as knowledge of psychology and age related competencies; the 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 these conditions; the ability to take measurements, casts or scans to develop positive molds of the affected area of the body to create orthoses and/or prostheses; and knowledge of materials science such as plastics, composites, metals and leather commonly used in fabrication in order to design and fabricate prescribed devices considering new and emerging technologies including the ability to use hand and power tools and CAD/CAM systems in the fabrication of the devices; and the ability to recognize physical abnormalities, deviations, and complicating conditions with potentially life threatening implications. To be credible, the experience must have required the use of knowledge, skills and abilities associated with current professional orthotic and/or prosthetic professional practice. *Your resume must support your answers to the questionnaire.
OR
Education:
At least three years or progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in orthotics and/or prosthetics. (Transcripts are required and completed education must be from an accredited college or university).
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
FOREIGN EDUCATION: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States U.S.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment)
- Applicants must be citizens of the
- Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment.
- New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law.
- Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database.
- Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a one year probationary period.
- Public Law 95-201 requires that persons appointed to direct patient-care positions must possess the required basic proficiency in spoken and written English.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS will receive a rating of IFM (ineligible due to missing forms). Requests for reconsideration of ratings will not be considered for applicants who fail to submit a complete application package. We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, fax transmissions, delays in mail service, etc.
Only send documentation as requested/required by this announcement and that directly supports your qualifications for this position.
Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. The following Web addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - The Federal Flexible Spending Accounts Program (FSAFeds) allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. For additional information visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
Health Insurance - The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program offers over 100 optional plans. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit:http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - The Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI) offers: Basic Life Insurance plus three types of optional insurance, for additional information visit:http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) provides long term care insurance for Federal employees and their parents, parents-in-law, stepparents, spouses, and adult children. For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com/
Retirement Program - Almost all new employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan. The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefit Plan, Thrift Savings Plan. For addtional information visit:http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp
This link provides and overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp
Flexible Spending Accounts - The Federal Flexible Spending Accounts Program (FSAFeds) allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. For additional information visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
Health Insurance - The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program offers over 100 optional plans. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit:http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - The Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI) offers: Basic Life Insurance plus three types of optional insurance, for additional information visit:http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) provides long term care insurance for Federal employees and their parents, parents-in-law, stepparents, spouses, and adult children. For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com/
Retirement Program - Almost all new employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan. The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefit Plan, Thrift Savings Plan. For addtional information visit:http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp
This link provides and overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp
OTHER INFORMATION:
1. If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other candidates for this position. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. ICTAP eligible must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
2. If you are a current career or career-conditional Federal employee or former Federal employee who has reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50 that reflects career or career-conditional tenure. Also, you should submit your most recent performance appraisal.
3. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are a 10-point veterans' preference,you must attach an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
4. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. http://www.sss.gov/
5. All qualification requirements must be met within 15 days after the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.
6. VA Drug-Free Workplace Program: All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use before appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with the VA.
2. If you are a current career or career-conditional Federal employee or former Federal employee who has reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50 that reflects career or career-conditional tenure. Also, you should submit your most recent performance appraisal.
3. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are a 10-point veterans' preference,you must attach an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
4. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. http://www.sss.gov/
5. All qualification requirements must be met within 15 days after the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.
6. VA Drug-Free Workplace Program: All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use before appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with the VA.
How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following parts:
1. Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire, and
2. Your résumé and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
Applications for this announcement must be submitted using one of the below methods. Applications submitted directly to the facility will not be processed.
Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing. Track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in Application Manager. Your Application Package status must be Complete by 11:59 pm EST on Wednesday, April 13, 2011.
Option A: Application Manager
To begin, choose one of these options:
· If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to the Application Package you complete and Submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.
· If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, click this link to begin the process: Online Questionnaire.
To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever one of the links you used to begin as described above, or simply go to http://applicationmanager.gov/.
Option B: Paper Qualifications Questionnaire
If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager, you can write your answers on paper. Follow these steps:
1. You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.
2. Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URLhttp://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf, or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.
3. You must submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents by fax.
· Do not use a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing. If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly. The fax number is 1-478-757-3144. Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
STEP 2: Please see specific instructions based on your eligibility.
ALL Qualified U.S. Citizens must submit the following documents:
- Résumé
- Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306)-http://opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf
Applicants from Other Government Agencies and from VA’s Nationwide must also submit the following document:
- Copy of your latest SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your career status
Reinstatement Eligible applicants must also submit the following document:
- Copy of your latest SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your career status
Veterans of the U.S.
- Copy of your DD-214. Your copies must be legible and must show character of serviceand all dates of service; more than one DD-214 may be needed to show all dates of service. Copies of your DD-214 may be requested by calling 800-827-1000 or TDD# 800-829-4833 or online at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/evetrecs/.
- Disabled veterans and other veterans eligible for 10-point preference must also submit an SF-15 with required proof. If you are a 10-point veterans preference, you MUST submit your DD-214 showing character of service; and SF-15 (Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference) with the required VA letter dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying a service-connected disability of 10% or more.
To submit the documents requested follow the options listed above. Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or by fax. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
Note: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined under the Applying for a Federal Job link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/of0510.pdf
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
David J. Quakkelaar
Phone: (414)384-2000x47719
Fax: (478)757-3144
Email: DAVID.QUAKKELAAR@VA.GOVAgency Information:
VHA VISN 12 GLHRMS
PLEASE DO NOT MAIL APPLICATIONS
THANK YOU, WI 00000
Fax: (478)757-3144
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
Social Security Number
Enter your Social Security Number. Providing your Social Security Number is voluntary, however we can not process your application without it.
Vacancy Identification Number
The Vacancy Identification Number is: 451927
1. Title of Job
Prosthetist/Orthotist
2. Biographic Data
3. E-Mail Address
4. Work Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
5. Employment Availability
6. Citizenship
Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
8. Other Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
9. Languages
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
10. Lowest Grade
Enter the lowest grade level you will accept.
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11. Miscellaneous Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
12. Special Knowledge
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
13. Test Location
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
14. Veteran Preference Claim
15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service
16. Availability Date
You may omit the availability date if you can begin work immediatley. Otherwise you must provide the date you will be available for employment. Please use this format: (mm/dd/yyyy)
17. Service Computation Date
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
18. Other Date Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
19. Job Preference
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
20. Occupational Specialties
001 Prosthetist/Orthotist
21. Geographic Availability
The geographic location code will be selected for you if there is only one, otherwise, select/enter at least one geographic location in which you are interested and will accept employment. The location code for this position is:
0304 Milwaukee Metro area, WI
22. Transition Assistance Plan
23. Job Related Experience
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
24. Personal Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based upon your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of the Orthotist/Prosthetist position.
1. EXPERIENCE: Do you possess at least one full year of experience as an orthotist/prosthetist equivalent to the next lower level (GS-9) in the federal service that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to provide orthotic/prosthetic services in a hospital setting? Examples of demonstrated and required knowledge, skills and abilities include: the ability to attend clinics and participate as a member of a treatment team with considerable influence in the development of a treatment plan; knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, physics, and etiology of diseases as well as knowledge of psychology and age related competencies; the 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 these conditions; the ability to take measurements, casts or scans to develop positive molds of the affected area of the body to create orthoses and/or prostheses; and knowledge of materials science such as plastics, composites, metals and leather commonly used in fabrication in order to design and fabricate prescribed devices considering new and emerging technologies including the ability to use hand and power tools and CAD/CAM systems in the fabrication of the devices; and the ability to recognize physical abnormalities, deviations, and complicating conditions with potentially life threatening implications. To be credible, the experience must have required the use of knowledge, skills and abilities associated with current professional orthotic and/or prosthetic professional practice.
A. Yes
B. No
2. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Do you possess at least three years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in orthotics and/or prosthetics? (Transcripts are required and completed education must be from an accredited college or university).
A. Yes
B. No
Applicants must be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalized.
3. Are you a citizen of the United States?
A. Yes
B. No
4. Are you proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 USC 7402 (d), 7407 (d)?
A. Yes
B. No
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
5. Ability to review patient prescriptions and referrals
6. Skill in taking comprehensive patient history reports including demographics, family dynamics, previous use of an orthotic/prosthetic device, diagnosis, work history, vocational activities, symptoms, medical/allergy history, reimbursement status, patient expectations and results of diagnostic evaluations.
7. Ability to consult with other health care professionals and caregivers about patient's condition to assist in formulating a treatment plan.
8. Ability to formulate treatment goals and expected orthotic/prosthetic outcomes to reduce pain, increase comfort, enhance function and independence, provide stability, prevent deformity, address cosmesis and/or promote healing.
9. Ability to consult with physician/referral source to modify, if necessary, the original prescription and/or treatment plan.
10. Ability to document treatment plan using established record-keeping techniques.
11. Knowledge necessary to inform patients, family and/or caregivers of the orthotic/prosthetic procedure, possible risks and time involved in the procedure.
12. Ability to select the appropriate material/techniques to implement treatment plans.
13. Skill to provide patients with the preparatory care for orthotic/prosthetic treatment (e.g. diagnostic splint, residual limb shrinker).
14. Skill to prepare patient for procedure required to initiate treatment plan (e.g. take impression, digitize, delineate, and scan).
15. Knowledge to select appropriate materials, components, and specifications for orthosis/prosthesis based on patient criteria to ensure optimum strength, durability and function as required.
16. Skill to prepare delineation/impression/template for modification/fabrication (e.g. prepare impression/reverse delineation, seal and fill impression/pour cast, digitize, strip model, download shape to carver or modification software).
17. Skill to modify and prepare patient model for fabrication.
18. Skill to fabricate prescribed device by assembling selected materials/components to prepare for fitting and/or delivery. (e.g. laminate/vacuum-form, remove socket/orthosis from model, smooth and finish orthosis/prosthesis, contour side bars to model/delineation, smooth and finish sidebars, bench align components to socket, strap orthosis/prosthesis as necessary, perform final assembly of orthosis/prosthesis for patient fitting/delivery).
19. Knowledge to assess device for structural safety and ensure that manufacturers' guidelines have been followed prior to patient fitting/delivery (e.g. torque values, patient weight limits) and to assess/align orthosis/prosthesis for accuracy to provide maximum function/support.
20. Ability to provide training, education and instruction to patient and/or caregiver about the use and maintenance of the orthosis/prosthesis.
21. Ability to solicit subjective feedback from patient and/or caregiver to assess the status, functional level, skin condition, general health conditions/changes, psychosocial status, fit, tolerance, benefits and overall patient satisfaction with the orthosis/prosthesis.
22. Ability to formulate a plan to modify orthosis/prosthesis if necessary, and to make or delegate modifications based upon findings from patient and/or caregiver.
23. Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations such as FDA, ADA, OSHA, MSDS, ABC, and BOC.
PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS.
24. Are you currently a permanent federal employee of the facility where the vacancy is located?
A. Yes
B. No
25. Are you currently a permanent federal employee of the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, include a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), and ensure that Items 24 and 34 are completed.
A. Yes
B. No
26. Are you a Veteran eligible for Veteran Preference? If yes, include a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 Copy), indicating your Character of Service.
A. Yes
B. No
The following is a Certification of Understanding. RESPONSE TO THIS STATEMENT IS MANDATORY. Please note, if you do not answer this question, it will result in not being considered for this position.
27. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith, and I understand the information provided above
B. No, I do not certify the information provided above.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire:
If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.Social Security Number
Enter your Social Security Number. Providing your Social Security Number is voluntary, however we can not process your application without it.
Vacancy Identification Number
The Vacancy Identification Number is: 451927
1. Title of Job
Prosthetist/Orthotist
2. Biographic Data
3. E-Mail Address
4. Work Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
5. Employment Availability
6. Citizenship
Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
8. Other Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
9. Languages
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
10. Lowest Grade
Enter the lowest grade level you will accept.
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11. Miscellaneous Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
12. Special Knowledge
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
13. Test Location
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
14. Veteran Preference Claim
15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service
16. Availability Date
You may omit the availability date if you can begin work immediatley. Otherwise you must provide the date you will be available for employment. Please use this format: (mm/dd/yyyy)
17. Service Computation Date
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
18. Other Date Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
19. Job Preference
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
20. Occupational Specialties
Select the following occupational specialty code:
001 All Qualified Applicants.
001 Prosthetist/Orthotist
21. Geographic Availability
The geographic location code will be selected for you if there is only one, otherwise, select/enter at least one geographic location in which you are interested and will accept employment. The location code for this position is:
0304 Milwaukee Metro area, WI
22. Transition Assistance Plan
23. Job Related Experience
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
24. Personal Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based upon your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of the Orthotist/Prosthetist position.
1. EXPERIENCE: Do you possess at least one full year of experience as an orthotist/prosthetist equivalent to the next lower level (GS-9) in the federal service that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to provide orthotic/prosthetic services in a hospital setting? Examples of demonstrated and required knowledge, skills and abilities include: the ability to attend clinics and participate as a member of a treatment team with considerable influence in the development of a treatment plan; knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, physics, and etiology of diseases as well as knowledge of psychology and age related competencies; the 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 these conditions; the ability to take measurements, casts or scans to develop positive molds of the affected area of the body to create orthoses and/or prostheses; and knowledge of materials science such as plastics, composites, metals and leather commonly used in fabrication in order to design and fabricate prescribed devices considering new and emerging technologies including the ability to use hand and power tools and CAD/CAM systems in the fabrication of the devices; and the ability to recognize physical abnormalities, deviations, and complicating conditions with potentially life threatening implications. To be credible, the experience must have required the use of knowledge, skills and abilities associated with current professional orthotic and/or prosthetic professional practice.
A. Yes
B. No
2. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Do you possess at least three years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in orthotics and/or prosthetics? (Transcripts are required and completed education must be from an accredited college or university).
A. Yes
B. No
Applicants must be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalized.
3. Are you a citizen of the United States?
A. Yes
B. No
4. Are you proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 USC 7402 (d), 7407 (d)?
A. Yes
B. No
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
5. Ability to review patient prescriptions and referrals
6. Skill in taking comprehensive patient history reports including demographics, family dynamics, previous use of an orthotic/prosthetic device, diagnosis, work history, vocational activities, symptoms, medical/allergy history, reimbursement status, patient expectations and results of diagnostic evaluations.
7. Ability to consult with other health care professionals and caregivers about patient's condition to assist in formulating a treatment plan.
8. Ability to formulate treatment goals and expected orthotic/prosthetic outcomes to reduce pain, increase comfort, enhance function and independence, provide stability, prevent deformity, address cosmesis and/or promote healing.
9. Ability to consult with physician/referral source to modify, if necessary, the original prescription and/or treatment plan.
10. Ability to document treatment plan using established record-keeping techniques.
11. Knowledge necessary to inform patients, family and/or caregivers of the orthotic/prosthetic procedure, possible risks and time involved in the procedure.
12. Ability to select the appropriate material/techniques to implement treatment plans.
13. Skill to provide patients with the preparatory care for orthotic/prosthetic treatment (e.g. diagnostic splint, residual limb shrinker).
14. Skill to prepare patient for procedure required to initiate treatment plan (e.g. take impression, digitize, delineate, and scan).
15. Knowledge to select appropriate materials, components, and specifications for orthosis/prosthesis based on patient criteria to ensure optimum strength, durability and function as required.
16. Skill to prepare delineation/impression/template for modification/fabrication (e.g. prepare impression/reverse delineation, seal and fill impression/pour cast, digitize, strip model, download shape to carver or modification software).
17. Skill to modify and prepare patient model for fabrication.
18. Skill to fabricate prescribed device by assembling selected materials/components to prepare for fitting and/or delivery. (e.g. laminate/vacuum-form, remove socket/orthosis from model, smooth and finish orthosis/prosthesis, contour side bars to model/delineation, smooth and finish sidebars, bench align components to socket, strap orthosis/prosthesis as necessary, perform final assembly of orthosis/prosthesis for patient fitting/delivery).
19. Knowledge to assess device for structural safety and ensure that manufacturers' guidelines have been followed prior to patient fitting/delivery (e.g. torque values, patient weight limits) and to assess/align orthosis/prosthesis for accuracy to provide maximum function/support.
20. Ability to provide training, education and instruction to patient and/or caregiver about the use and maintenance of the orthosis/prosthesis.
21. Ability to solicit subjective feedback from patient and/or caregiver to assess the status, functional level, skin condition, general health conditions/changes, psychosocial status, fit, tolerance, benefits and overall patient satisfaction with the orthosis/prosthesis.
22. Ability to formulate a plan to modify orthosis/prosthesis if necessary, and to make or delegate modifications based upon findings from patient and/or caregiver.
23. Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations such as FDA, ADA, OSHA, MSDS, ABC, and BOC.
PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS.
24. Are you currently a permanent federal employee of the facility where the vacancy is located?
A. Yes
B. No
25. Are you currently a permanent federal employee of the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, include a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), and ensure that Items 24 and 34 are completed.
A. Yes
B. No
26. Are you a Veteran eligible for Veteran Preference? If yes, include a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 Copy), indicating your Character of Service.
A. Yes
B. No
The following is a Certification of Understanding. RESPONSE TO THIS STATEMENT IS MANDATORY. Please note, if you do not answer this question, it will result in not being considered for this position.
27. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith, and I understand the information provided above
B. No, I do not certify the information provided above.
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