John J Pershing VA Medical Center is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.

Duties

Open to current permanent employees of John J. Pershing VAMC only. Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) are licensed independent healthcare providers specializing in the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions. Their approach involves non-pharmacologic and non-operative methods, utilizing standard medical evaluations and biomechanical assessments to diagnose and plan patient management. They employ various treatments, including patient education, exercise, lifestyle recommendations, joint manipulation, soft tissue therapies, and physical modalities. Additionally, some chiropractors are trained in Complementary and Integrative Health (CIH) therapies like acupuncture and mind-body techniques. The John J. Pershing VA Medical Center (JJPVAMC) in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, operates as a Level-3 Complexity medical center, offering diverse services ranging from long-term care to mental health and community-based outpatient clinics across Missouri and Arkansas. Senior-grade chiropractors within this setting demonstrate exceptional professional achievements, leading teams, contributing significant research, and influencing national-level chiropractic programs with their expertise and publications. At the discretion of the Chief of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Chief of Staff, clinical privileges may be granted based on the individual's documented education, competence, and experience. The minimum practice privileges for which the chiropractor is authorized include: Conducting patient history and physical examinations. Ordering appropriate diagnostic studies. Diagnosing conditions and devising treatment plans. Offering patient guidance on various health aspects like hygiene, nutrition, exercise, lifestyle changes, stress reduction, and ergonomic modifications. Performing standard chiropractic manual procedures from accredited chiropractic colleges. Providing additional Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) services per individual training, licensure, and facility needs. Referring patients to medical, surgical, behavioral health specialties, physical therapists, and occupational therapists. Maintaining involvement in Chiropractic student training programs and liaising with educational institutions. Handling complex cases, acting as a consultant to other healthcare professionals. Overseeing systems for patient service evaluation and supervising a team across different GS levels. Adhering to VHA, JCAHO, and CARF standards, ensuring staff guidance and compliance, conducting reviews, and reporting outcomes. Managing administrative functions related to supervised staff, including leave, safety regulations, and service-specific procedures. Establishing performance expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and providing feedback to employees. Resolving complaints, recommending personnel actions, providing advice, and implementing disciplinary measures when necessary. Assisting in Chiropractic staffing initiatives and collaborating with others in healthcare. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Telework: Ad-hoc. Travel: 25% or less

Requirements

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 Citizenship: Citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy). Education: Degree of Doctor of Chiropractic, or its equivalent, resulting from a course of education in chiropractic. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools or colleges approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: United States schools or colleges of chiropractic listed as accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education, at http://www.cce-usa.org/, or equivalent agency, in the list published for the year in which the course of study was completed. Schools (including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States (i.e., Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia as qualifying for full or unrestricted licensure. Licensure or Registration: Current, full and unrestricted license to practice chiropractic in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. English Language Proficiency: Chiropractors appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d). Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements above, all applicants must meet one of the following requirements to qualify for a specific grade level: Intermediate Grade: A Doctor of Chiropractic at the Intermediate grade meets the requirements for Full grade and must meet these requirements: A total of four (4) years of chiropractic practice or its equivalent. Acceptable in lieu of four (4) years of practice is completion of a three (3) year full-time post-graduate residency program from an accredited U.S. chiropractic college, as evidenced by documentation of completion (e.g., transcript), which renders the Doctor of Chiropractic eligible for certification by a specialty board recognized by the American Chiropractic Association, the International Chiropractors' Association, or the American Board of Chiropractic Specialties to obtain Diplomate status. Demonstrates a high level of professional attainment. Examples of such attainment are: Is a recognized expert in dealing with a variety of unusually difficult chiropractic cases which are referred by other facilities for resolution and recommended courses of action to provide for maximum rehabilitation. Typically, in this capacity serves as a consultant to Doctor of Chiropractic or other professionals in other health care facilities. Has assumed responsibility for a multi-faceted chiropractic program including clinical research and/or training requiring a high degree of competence and skill in developing innovative, new and advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques. Typically, the program is in an educationally affiliated health care facility having a chiropractic training program of moderate scope involving liaison with other medical services and affiliated schools. Played a significant part in the conduct of research in a problem area of considerable scope and complexity that required novel approaches, and which resulted in answers to important questions or important changes in existing methods and techniques. Publications authored by the Doctor of Chiropractic are of considerable value to others in the individual's field. Typically, overall contributions are recognized by serving on important committees or other bodies in the profession. Has full responsibility for carrying out a chiropractic training program of significant size in which the Doctor of Chiropractic is responsible for maintaining liaison with the affiliated school and other educational institutions and professional or scientific organizations. The individual has displayed innovative approaches in development of curriculum and course content and in expanding and improving the educational program. Senior Grade: Is restricted to selected leadership positions. The individual's qualifications, as well as the scope and complexity of the assignment, are considered. A Doctor of Chiropractic at the Senior grade meets the requirements for Intermediate grade and the requirements in subparagraphs 3d(l) and (2): The Doctor of Chiropractic at this grade will meet one or more of the following: Possesses such academic stature as would warrant a faculty appointment of a professorial level (i.e., full professor) in a school or college of chiropractic or other appropriate affiliated school or college. Has been awarded Diplomate status by a specialty board recognized by the American Chiropractic Association, the International Chiropractors' Association, or the American Board of Chiropractic Specialties and is currently in good standing with the specialty board. Demonstrates superior professional attainment. Examples of such attainment are: Serves as a team leader in addressing major chiropractic problems affecting the continued provision of quality care health services at a Veterans Integrated Service Network or national level. The recommendations and conclusions of the Doctor of Chiropractic are highly regarded Has assumed responsibility for carrying out a major chiropractic program segment on a national level. Conducts research in a difficult area of major scientific interest that has contributed to a substantial advance in the chiropractic health field with important professional publications. Reference: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-16 Chiropractors Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending, pulling ,and pushing a weight of 35 pounds in accordance with the Safe patient Handling Program Directive 2010-032.Transferring patients and objects may be required, mechanical inpatient lifts are provided. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations, operative/invasive procedures, or home settings. The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible, individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual tuberculosis (TB) screening or testing, as a condition of employment. The incumbent who provides care in home settings or off-site locations may be required to drive and/or ride in GSA-vehicles.

Education

Contacts

• Address John J Pershing VA Medical Center 1500 North Westwood Boulevard Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 US
• Name: Tracy Sheppard
• Phone: 573-300-5592
• Email: [email protected]