This position is located in the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service of the Veteran's Health Care System of the Ozarks, covering part of Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. The incumbent will be based at the Fayetteville facility. Incumbent may also be assigned to any of the facilities under the Veteran's Health Care System of the Ozarks.

Duties

If you ARE NOT a current, permanent VA employee or Federal employee from another agency, you should apply using announcement: CBST-12224595-24-AB Demonstrates professional knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of theories, principles and methodologies in the practice of Audiology to young adult through geriatric population. Demonstrates the following knowledge, skills, and abilities during performance of clinical duties/functions: knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vestibular system, acoustics, applied acoustics, psychoacoustics, human communication principles, auditory, vestibular, and balance disorders and pathophysiology; knowledge of contemporary audiology practice, principles and techniques in assessing and treating auditory and vestibular disorders; ability to interact with patients, families, and other health care professionals courteously in person, in writing, and effectively via telehealth modality. Evaluates patients to determine nature, type, and severity of hearing disorders and tinnitus complaints using a full range of diagnostic tests and techniques, past and current medical history, record review, and in consultation with family and other health care practitioners. Engages in the differential diagnosis of the full range of hearing problems associated with (a) functional, (b) mixed, (c) conductive, (d) sensory, (e) neural, (f) sensorineural, and (g) central hearing loss. In diagnosing these problems, the incumbent conducts and interprets the complete range of specialized and refined audiologic test procedures currently available. Incumbent must demonstrate excellent skill in dealing with patients who present with (a) inconsistent behavior, (b) conflicting test results, and (c) multiple handicaps that inhibit the utilization of normal audiologic test procedures. Performs new evaluation or rehabilitative consistent with an audiologist's scope of practice that the medical center may offer to veterans in the future services Provides patient and age specific counseling on how to maximize the use of residual hearing and if necessary develop other modes of communication, listening strategies, and treatment plans for the most difficult and complex cases in which communicative function has been impaired due to an auditory or neurologic disorder and recommends a holistic audiologic rehabilitation plan for patients with other co-morbidities. Vestibular rehabilitation shall be patient, age, and function appropriate to include vestibular exercises and head positional maneuver and collaborates with other health care practitioners to address the global needs of patients experiencing dizziness or balance problem. Performs compensation and pension examination that includes detailed assessment of past and present noise exposure; comprehensive evaluation of type and severity of hearing loss and tinnitus; additional specialized auditory and vestibular tests when appropriate, and provide opinion on the relationship between conditions and military service when requested. Conducts auditory assessment that may include functional aspect of the audition, the results of which may be utilized in hearing impairment adjudication and for medical-legal purposes, once licensed and credentialed as an Independent Practitioner. Performs ancillary assignments, including program management duties on an occasional basis, where the complexity and amount of work is not substantial. Assist in maintaining supplies, equipment inventory, and calibration schedule of equipment to optimize operational need and efficiency. Performs additional tasks specified by the service chief or supervisor of Audiology and Speech Pathology which may include treatment outcome data gathering, quality improvement project, service expansion, training and meeting attendance, interdisciplinary committee participation and other administrative duties as directed. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm or 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 564-00792-F, 564-00793-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

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.Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Education. Doctor of Audiology (AuD) from an audiology program recognized by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). The CAA is the only accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation to accredit entry-level audiology programs. HR office staff and management officials may verify the program accredited from CAA at www.caa.asha.org. OR Other doctoral degree in hearing science or a directly related field from an institution accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the USDE. NOTE: Effective January 1, 2007, the CAA in Audiology and Speech- Language Pathology of ASHA accredits only doctoral degree or AuD programs in audiology. Licensure. Individuals must hold a full, current and unrestricted license to practice audiology at the doctoral level in a United States state, territory, commonwealth or the District of Columbia.*Non-licensed audiologists who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for licensure may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate audiologist at the GS-11 grade under the authority of 38 U.S.C. ? 7405(c)(2) for a period not to exceed two years from the date of employment on the condition that these audiologists provide care only under the supervision of fully licensed audiologists. Individuals appointed as graduate audiologists may not be promoted to the GS-12 level without being fully licensed. 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 Determinations: GS-11 Requirements. Experience: None beyond the basic requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of principles and techniques in the assessment and treatment of auditory and balance disorders. Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary audiology scope of practice as defined by the American Academy of Audiology or the ASHA. Ability to interact with patients, families and other health care professionals. GS-12 Requirements. Experience: In addition to the requirements at the GS-11 level, completion of one year of professional experience comparable to the next lower grade level Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Skill in determining nature, type and severity of hearing/communication /vestibular disorders. Skill in counseling patients and family members regarding management of hearing/communication/vestibular disorders Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional audiology to other health care professionals. Ability to independently apply professional contemporary audiologic treatments to the full range of patient populations. Preferred Experience: Ability to be self-aware and manage emotion during highly charged situation to de-escalate tension and conflict. Ability to receive criticism and incorporate suggestion with a focus on improving work outcome. Ability to delay judgement and first impression to fully explore suggestions and options. Ability to prioritize daily clinical duties and additional assignments requested by supervisor. Ability to work independently and effectively in a team. Ability to communicate effectively and repair communication break down with rare need for supervisor intervention. Ability to remain flexible to accommodate new and changing work conditions. Detail Oriented References: VA Handbook 5005/152, Part II Appendix G29, Audiologist Qualification Standard dated September 22, 2022. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS 12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS 11 to GS 12. Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting, 15-44 lbs.; Moderate carrying, 15-44 lbs.; Pushing (

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Fayetteville AR VA Medical Center 1100 North College Avenue Fayetteville, AR 72703 US
• Name: April Bookout
• Phone: 315-800-7297
• Email: [email protected]