Health Technician (Massage Therapy) - Advanced Clinical Level - Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

Summary The Health Technician (Massage Therapist) is located under the Geriatrics and Extended Care Service at the VA Illiana Health Care System and is responsible for being self-directed in the delivery of patient care. Responsibilities Major Duties: Utilizes standard patient evaluation procedures to formulate a treatment plan. Responsible for changing linen between patients, refilling oils, cleaning massage table/chair/arm rest, and providing a clean, calm environment. Mentors other staff in best massage therapy practices. Will document and code information related to patient care in the VA's electronic health care record. Functions as a member of the health care team and communicates with other health care providers as appropriate. Participates in research and quality improvement activities related to massage therapy. Responsible for identifying, collecting and analyzing aggregate patient care information to ensure safety and quality of care. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized 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. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. 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: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education: Candidates must complete a minimum 500-hour massage therapy education program. Licensure, Registration, or Certification: Candidates must be currently licensed, registered, or certified to practice as a massage therapist in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. Acceptable credentials must have required successful completion of a minimum 500-hour massage therapy education program and pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Examination, or equivalent state-issued examination. OR Candidates must possess and maintain a board certification from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Grade Determinations GS-08: Applicants must possess one (1) year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07). Experience includes: Independently asses the physical and mental status of patients; takes complete patient history and perform a physical assessment; interprets relevant clinical information to identify each patient's specific needs, identifies indications/contraindications for massage, and develops the plan of care; performs massage therapy services with high level of complexity; evaluates patient responses to treatment and documents responses in an electronic environment; coordinates follow up massage therapy; serves as consultants to health care team in the evaluation and treatment of the patient; and assists with clinical supervision of massage therapy students. AND Demonstrate Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSA's 1.Skill in providing advanced massage techniques using the appropriate tools, supplies, and equipment based on the needs of the patient; 2.Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology relevant to massage therapy within specialty population(s); 3. Ability to modify massage therapy techniques based on an understanding of specialty populations, and various clinical/environmental settings 4. Knowledge of teaching methods and learning principles 5. Ability to conduct research and quality improvement activities, related to massage therapy; and 6. Knowledge of complementary integrative health, and holistic health principles Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, lifting up to 40 pounds. 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.