Supervisory Registered Respiratory Therapist

Summary The incumbent is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and will serve as Chief of Respiratory Care for the Respiratory Therapy Department, Pulmonary Function Lab, Sleep Center, EEG Clinic, and the Home Oxygen Program. They will be responsible for the day-to-day function of the Pulmonary Department including but not limited to staffing, workload, competency, equipment & stock, etc. while ensuring regulatory guidelines are met. Responsibilities Duties includes but is not limited to : Have broad and overall responsibility for the service-level department and full responsibility for clinical practice, program management, education, human resources management, budget management and supervision for employees whose work involves providing high acuity care. Advise leadership on policy implications, key issues, relationships to both internal and external interest groups, and recommend courses of action. Oversees completion of all Respiratory Therapy outpatient clinic needs to include Home Oxygen Program, six-minute walk, PFT, and ABG clinic by assigning staff coverage as needed. Will communicate with Pulmonary Function, Home Oxygen Coordinator and Sleep supervisor on daily operational functions. Performances reviews and / or requests for special awards, career development, training plans, etc. Guidance or counseling sessions to subordinates when needed to facilitate positive change in work behaviors or performance. Responsible for payroll entries in VATAS Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 0730-1600 Telework : Ad-hoc Virtual : This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement # : 41125-F 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. 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 (). 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 "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 Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification / licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements : United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education. Individuals must have successfully completed a respiratory care program accredited by the CoARC or its successor. Licensure. Persons appointed or reassigned to RRT positions in the GS-0601series must possess and maintain for the duration of employment a full, current and unrestricted license from a state to practice as an RRT. Credential. Persons appointed or reassigned to RRT positions in the GS-0601series must possess and maintain for the duration of employment a valid, current, unrestricted credential of RRT. English Language Proficiency. RTs / RRTs appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determination : (a) Experience, Licensure and Credential. Candidates must : i. Have one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level demonstrating the clinical competencies described at that level. It is highly desirable that the candidate possess certification in one or more functional specialties such as critical care, pulmonary, education and sleep medicine. ii. Hold an active license and RRT credential. (b) Education. It is highly desirable that the candidate possess a Bachelor of Science degree from a nationally accredited college or university in respiratory care; cardiopulmonary science; or a health-related field. (c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the requirements above, candidates must demonstrate all the following KSAs : i. Skill in implementing patient care and operations change by recognizing opportunities for improvement and analyzing data. ii. Skill in the development and implementation of appropriate standards of care for respiratory care. iii. Ability establish a completely integrated program that emulates "best practice" and follows national policies. iv. Ability to supervise employees. v. Ability to forecast resource needs to manage fiscal matters. Preferred Experience : The incumbent must have and active license and certificate as an RRT from the NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) and a registry number. The incumbent must have one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-13 level, also demonstrating the clinical competencies described at that level. It is highly desirable that the candidate possess certification in one or more special specialties, including critical care, pulmonary education, and sleep medicine. And, a Bachelor's Degree is highly desired. Reference : For more information on this qualification standard, please visit full performance level of this vacancy is GS-14. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is the GS-14. Physical Requirements : The candidate must be able to perform CPR and have no physical limitations or restrictions. 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. 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