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Deputy Chief PM&RS (Physical Therapist)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 5 days ago
Hybrid Temple, TX $130K – $170K Apply by Jun 18, 2026 Physical Therapist ENFJESFJINFPISFP Healthcare
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The Supervisory Physical Therapist of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service (PM&RS) at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight across multidisciplinary rehabilitation programs, supporting the mission to deliver high-quality, Veteran-centered care.
What You'll Do
- →Clinical and Program Leadership (1) Develop, implement, and review clinical protocols, policies, and standards that guide multidisciplinary rehabilitation services, emphasizing evidence-based physical therapy interventions.
- →(2) Oversee the delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care through direct supervision and oversight of PT teams, ensuring adherence to VA standards and best practices.
- →(3) Lead outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation programs, ensuring comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and coordination across teams.
- →(4) Maintain current clinical privileges relevant to physical therapy and appropriate licensure, demonstrating ongoing competency, and promoting health, recovery, and functional independence for Veterans.
- →(5) Review clinical reports for quality, safety, and compliance; engage in incident reporting, safety initiatives, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
- →(6) Support specialized interventions such as neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, neurological, amputee, and complex rehabilitation needs, integrating services across disciplines.
- →Administrative and Program Management (1) Provide strategic oversight for program evaluation, resource allocation, and operational planning to optimize service delivery and efficiency.
- →(2) Lead efforts to maintain accreditation standards, ensure compliance with VA, VHA, federal, state, and local regulations, and implement quality assurance initiatives.
- →(3) Develop and evaluate organizational structures, workflows, and management systems to enhance clinical operations and patient outcomes.
- →(4) Serve as a liaison to internal and external stakeholders, including community partners, academic institutions, and veteran organizations, to promote awareness and access to rehabilitation services.
- →(5) Lead community outreach, educational initiatives, and advocacy efforts to enhance veteran care and program visibility.
- →Staff Supervision and Development (1) Directly supervise and provide leadership to frontline supervisors of multidisciplinary teams, including PT, OT, and administrative staff; second-level supervision for all PT and OT clinical positions, including PT, PTA, OT, and COTAs.
- →(2) Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and professional development initiatives.
- →(3) Foster a positive, collaborative work environment that encourages accountability, innovation, and staff growth.
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.
Personality Fit
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