Employee Occupational Health (EOH) Program, using evidence practices for medical surveillance, preforms pre­placement examinations, fitness for duty examinations and medical clearance physicals for Disaster Response Team members. The position is under the supervision of the Chief of Staff at the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, Washington.

Duties

The Veterans Health Administration has become a national leader in developing programs and policies to protect the safety and health of its employees. The program goals are to: Eliminate work-related injury and illness in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Assure appropriate treatment, minimize disability and support return to work. Assure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration, The Joint Commission, and professional public health practices and standards. Major program elements include: Employee Occupational Health Safe Patient Handling and Mobility Workers' Compensation Employee Health and Well-Being Behavioral Threat Management & Violence Prevention The Employee Occupational Health Mid Level provider will ensure provision of appropriate clinical services to employees who are patients of the EOH Clinic. Responsible for the clinical management of Employee Occupational Health Program; establishes goals for achievement of quality care standards, productivity targets, and efficiency improvement. Assures the policies, practices, and services of the_ service are consistent with the mission and vision of the VHA and Medical Center. Implements, tracks and rep01is to facility management in regard to facility compliance with internal and external regulatory and accreditation standards ( e.g., VHA Directives and guidelines, JC, OSHA, federal and local public health initiatives). The Employee Occupational Health Mid Level provider will: Serve as the Employee Occupational Health Service Licensed Independent Practitioner, seeing patients for administrative exams, mandatory exams, medical surveillance, on the job injuries/illnesses, exposures or other work related health care needs. Consider physical exam findings, laboratory and clinical test results, and position-specific functional requirements and work environment descriptions to determine medical clearance for pre-placement and mandatory exams. Ensure appropriate review of laboratory and test results ordered for patients of Employee Occupational Health, as well-as timely issuance of results letters and patient counseling on exam findings and test results. Ensure Employee Occupational Health Service practices are consistent with VHA Directives, guidelines and medical center numbered memorandums. Provide clinical direction of Employee Occupational Health programs. Provide clinical oversight of all nursing and support staff within Employee Health Service. Oversee clinical and administrative activities of Employee Occupational Health Service programs (Employee Occupational Health Clinic, Employee Wellness Program, Mandatory Exam and Medical Surveillance Program, and the MGV AMC Ergonomics Program). Collaborate with other medical center departments and services on issues related to employee safety. Track and report issues related to employee exposures including blood borne pathogens, on the job illnesses and injuries, health care worker immunization status, Tb screening and medical surveillance, and other employee health and safety issues as directed by facility policy and regulatory guidelines. Track and report facility compliance with guidelines and directives of VHA and regulatory agencies. Assume other duties as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Possible Telework: Available ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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. Physician Assistant Basic Requirements Master's degree in any discipline or a bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant ~AND~ Successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) (or are you in the process to taking the exam) ~AND~ Currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia. Preferred Experience: Working understanding of employee occupational health or infection control Experience using Excel, Word & Outlook Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met in determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates: Physician Assistant-I (PA-I) Experience and Education. None beyond the basic requirements. This is the entry level for PAs. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) present the minimum skill set expected of an Entry Level PA. This practice may include, but is not limited to: Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care of assigned patients to provide appropriate care. i Ability to perform patient history and physical. Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the patient. Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing concepts and advancements in the profession. Physician Assistant-II (PA-II) Experience and Education. The PA at this grade is at the intermediate grade level and has had progressively increasing responsibility and experiences as indicated in the KSAs listed below. Individuals will have demonstrated the ability to analyze and solve more complex medical problems than at the entry level grade and can utilize their training in the successful practice of patient care and participate in team problem solving. Individuals demonstrate the KSAs of PA-II intermediate level by: Two years of successful practice as a PA. OR Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency. OR A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-II: Skills to analyze and solve complex medical problems. Ability to function autonomously and make independent medical decisions. Skill to incorporate training and experience into the successful practice of patient care including telehealth medical care. Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment for improvement of services for patient care. Ability to practice with colleagues and peers collaboratively. Physician Assistant-III (PA-III) Experience and Education. PAs at the PA-III grade are at the full performance level and lead and organize patient care independently, practice within multi- disciplinary teams, and coordinate all aspects of patient care across the health care system. They utilize advanced clinical knowledge and judgment in decision-making and evaluating outcomes. They function as experts in clinical practice and/or in areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities, may serve as mentors for transitioning PAs, and may provide training for health care students. Individuals can demonstrate the KSAs for the full performance level by: Three years of successful practice as a PA. OR Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency and one year of professional practice as a PA. OR A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and one year of professional practice as a PA. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-III: Ability to clinically evaluate facility patient care delivery systems and validate or identify barriers to safe and effective patient care. Skill to consistently demonstrate an elevated level of expertise and autonomy in diagnosing and treating seriously ill, multi-symptomatic patients through facility Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE). Ability to present clinical findings and recommendations to appropriate management officials. Ability to clinically facilitate the delivery of patient care in collaboration with health professionals, health managers, and other health care personnel. Ability to implement and initiate clinical changes to established treatment protocols based upon new medical literature research findings to enhance patient delivery care for improved patient outcomes. Ability to participate clinically in the development of the PA patient care audit processes involving in-depth review and analysis of medical records. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is Grade 3. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of 1 to 3. Physical Requirements: Light lifting, under 15 pounds; Light carrying, under 15 pounds; Pushing (5 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (5 hours); Standing (5 hours); Both legs required; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing (aid may be permitted) Environmental Factors: Working closely with others; Working alone

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Mann-Grandstaff Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 4815 North Assembly Street Spokane, WA 99205 US
• Name: Melody Laughlin
• Phone: 253-583-1173
• Email: [email protected]