This position is in the Speech Pathology Section, of the Neurology & Rehabilitation Service at the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System (OKC VAHCS). The duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the healthcare system including all clinical and patient care areas involved with the service. Incumbent is the Section Chief for the Speech-Language Pathology Section. 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. English Language Proficiency. Speech-language pathologists must be proficient in spoken and written English. Education and Experience. A master's degree or its equivalent in speech-language pathology, communication disorders, or a directly related field from an accredited college or university and one year of creditable experience OR A doctoral degree in speech-language pathology, communication disorders and sciences or a related field, from an accredited college or university. "Accredited" means a college or university recognized by a regional accreditation organization and a speech-language pathology academic program recognized by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Licensure. For those grades that require licensure (GS-12 and above), the incumbent must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia. The S-LP must maintain full, current, and unrestricted licensure/registration. Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain licensure/certification/ registration within the required time frame, or who fails to maintain the required licensure/certification/ registration must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment. Grade Determination: GS-13 Licensure. The incumbent must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia. Experience. Completion of one year of professional experience comparable to the next lower GS-12 grade level. In addition to the experience requirements, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, KSAs: (a) Skill to translate contemporary and evidence-based speech pathology practice knowledge into clinical procedures. (b) Skill in effective conflict resolution. (c) Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems to develop and implement solutions. (d) Ability to provide clinical and administrative oversight and ensure that section activities are aligned with management goals and objectives. Preferred Experience: The Oklahoma City VA Neurology & Rehabilitation Service seeks a full-time Speech and Language pathologist to lead our Speech and Language Pathology, SLP Section in collaboration w/ the Service Chief. Preference will be given to experience in leadership, team building and VA knowledge. Must be able to lead and practice in interdisciplinary care settings and collaborate w/ healthcare professionals of various disciplines and backgrounds. A positive attitude and a good sense of humor would fit our team very well. References: VA Handbook 5005/153, Part II, Appendix G30 The full performance level of this vacancy is a GS-13. Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination. ["The following duties for the Supervisory Speech Pathologist, include, but are not limited to: Is responsible for the Speech Language Pathology program management to include developing programs, goals, policies, structure, staff supervision, oversight of direct patient care and day to day operations. Assigns works, monitors workload and clinical volume, audits employee's work to ensure accuracy and validity of submissions, assures adequate clinical staffing, monitors clinical privileges, assures proper coordination and delivery of care within the section and the facility. Manages the performance appraisal process and ensures they are completed by established deadlines Manages time and attendance process Manages performance and/or disciplinary issues Complies with all policies, regulations, procedures and deadlines Develops, plans, implements & assists in the creation of various treatment programs for Neurology & Rehabilitation related to Speech Language Pathology Therapy interdisciplinary and interprofessional programs Tracks and audits outcomes and implement performance improvement measures, monitors results and addresses concerns to ensure programs are running effectively and efficiently Develops, plans, implements, and monitors quality improvement activities as part of the comprehensive health care services delivered to OKC VAHCS patients. Analyzes clinically appropriate data to optimize quality, performance and productivity within the Speech Pathology Section. Gathers and analyzes data and prepares reports for management Makes recommendations for equipment and budgetary needs Assures cleanliness, maintenance, repairs, and successful operation of all Speech Language Equipment by ensuring inventory management and supply purchasing is completed by established deadlines and equipment and work environment are well maintained Reports malfunctioning equipment prompting to appropriate parties Develops and administers a systematic internal program review according to TJC, CARF, VACO and local facility policies Implements, monitors and ascertains if CARF standards are being followed and implements on going reviews to ensure compliance and participates in CARF surveys and implements CARF recommendations Develops achievable and measurable program goals and long-term planning, which is evaluated by VHA, auditors, facility administration, and/or accrediting bodies Must stay current with all applicable laws, policies, and accreditation standards applicable to program operations as well as program modalities Ensures Service complies with all safety and infectious disease requirements Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD563370 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"]

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