Occupational Therapist

Veterans Health Administration (DOVA); Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration (DOVA) seeks a Staff Occupational Therapist to practice in the South Texas Veterans Health Care System's Geriatrics and Extended Care Service Programs, under HBPC supervision. The role involves independent assessment of functional and occupational roles using standardized tools.

Location Kerrville, TX, full-time, 8:00am–4:30pm, salary range $68,549–$118,072 per year (GS 9–12). Travel up to 75% for training or local clinics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy as required.
• NBCOT certification and full state licensure to practice OT.
• Ability to perform comprehensive functional assessments and develop plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent, comprehensive assessment of functional and occupational roles.
• Perform evaluations using standardized and non-standardized tools.
• Deliver OT services under HBPC in Geriatrics and Extended Care programs.
• Collaborate with supervisors and care teams to coordinate care.

Skills

OT practice KSAs

Evaluation interpretation

Intervention planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master's in Occupational Therapy + experience

NBCOT certification

State licensure to practice OT

Graduate education in related field (optional)

Job description

Summary

Therapist will practice Occupational Therapy in the assigned setting at the assigned location throughout South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) Geriatrics and Extended Care (GEC) Service Programs as directed by the assigned Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) supervisor. A staff occupational therapist is responsible for the independent provision of comprehensive assessment of functional and occupational roles using standardized and non-standardized evaluation tools. Learn more about this agency

Overview

Location Kerrville, TX • 1 vacancy • Work site options

Remote: No • Telework eligible: Yes Ad-hoc only

Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Salary: $68,549 – $118,072 per year

Pay scale & grade: GS 9 – 12

Work schedule: Full-time – Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm

Travel: 75% or less – You may be expected to travel to training events, conferences or to local clinics for patient care coverage as needed.

Appointment type: Permanent

Occupations and job series: 0631 Occupational Therapist

Federal service type: This job is in the Excepted Service

Security clearance: Not Required

Position sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Background check: Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Education

Note: Education credentials must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education documentation may be required.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• 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.
• Onboarding requirements and acceptable forms of identification per VA policy.
• Participation in seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement.
• Complete all application requirements detailed in this announcement.

Trial period: As a condition of employment you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period with criteria listed for performance and agency needs.

Qualifications

Applicants pending educational or certification/licensure may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may be appointed where allowed by VA policy.
• Education and/or Experience.

1. The individual must meet at least one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy and two years of experience as an occupational therapist; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy and two years of graduate education in a related field; OR
• Master’s Degree or higher in occupational therapy.

1. Graduate OT eligibility under VA rules with licensure/certification requirements to be met for permanent appointment.

• Certification. NBCOT certification as an OT.
• State Licensure. Full, current, unrestricted state license to practice OT.

1. Graduate OT appointments may be used temporarily under supervision and with restrictions as outlined in VA policy.

Grade determinations

GS-09: Education/Experience or Licensure as applicable. GS-11/GS-12: KSAs including knowledge of OT practice, evaluation interpretation, intervention planning, and collaboration. Reference: VA Qualification Standards.

Education

Note: Only education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education should be used for qualification purposes. Foreign credentials require documentation.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides comprehensive benefits. Open to federal employees with eligibility depending on position type.

Required documents

To apply, provide a complete Application Package including:

• Long-form resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Licenses and Certifications
• Transcript

Veterans’ preference information and other required qualifications are provided in the announcement.

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. The application window and instructions are included in the posting. Preview the questionnaire using the provided link.

Agency contact information: Kathrine Howe, [e-mail], Audie L Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital, 7400 Merton Minter Boulevard, San Antonio, TX 78229