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Deputy Chief PM&RS (Supervisory Occupational Therapist)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 7 days ago
Hybrid Temple, TX $127K – $166K Apply by Jun 18, 2026 Occupational Therapist ENFJESFJINFPISFP Healthcare
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The Supervisory Occupational Therapist of the 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 occupational therapy interventions.
- →(2) Oversee the delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care through direct supervision and oversight of OT 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 occupational 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 cognitive rehabilitation, perceptual/motor skills, assistive technology, 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 OT, PT, and administrative staff; second-level supervision for all OT and COTA clinical positions.
- →(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.
- →(4) Address personnel issues, manage disciplinary actions, and support career advancement opportunities.
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
Job ID: a72b7198-af57-40ba-999b-5844b17db6a6
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