This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Learn more 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. Graduate of a training program which is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of PA (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor organizations. Additionally, candidates must meet one of the following: (1) Master's degree in any discipline; OR (2) Bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a PA. Must have successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE). PAs must possess an active, current, full, and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. PAs must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active and current licensure in that State. - - Exceptions for Graduate PAs. (a) PAs who otherwise meet the basic requirements, but do not possess the required licensure, may be appointed, pending licensure, as a graduate PA on a temporary full-time appointment not-to-exceed two years under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B). (b) Graduate PAs may only be appointed at the entry grade level and may not be promoted/converted until certification is obtained. (c) Temporary graduate PA appointments may not be extended beyond two years or converted to a new temporary appointment. NOTE: Individuals who have or have had multiple licenses and had any such license revoked for professional misconduct, professional incompetence or substandard care, or who surrendered such license after receiving written notice of potential termination of such license by the State for professional misconduct, professional incompetence, or substandard care, are not eligible for appointment to the position unless such revoked or surrendered license is fully restored (38 U.S.C. § 7402(f)). This requirement does not apply to licensed PAs currently employed by VA as of November 30, 1999, provided they maintain continuous appointment and are not disqualified for employment by any subsequent revocations or voluntary surrenders of State license, registration or certification 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: PA (Clinical Leader/Administrative Leader). PAs at the PA-IV grade level may serve as clinical leader or administrative leader. Clinical PA Leaders may be assigned to positions/studies where limited guidance exists as physician oversight is not required. Administrative PA Leaders are involved with strategic planning and administrative/managerial responsibilities for integrated programs that cross service and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and health care. A PA clinical leader/administrative leader may monitor or evaluate services or programs with interaction of senior administration. Experience. PA clinical leaders/administrative leaders require five years of experience which included leadership assignments that involved formulating program objectives and priorities, implementing plans and practices, and interpreting regulatory and organizational guidance to develop and implement policies and/or procedures. 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-IV: Ability to assess information and make recommendations that may significantly affect the content, interpretation, or development of programs concerning critical matters or key issues within the health care system. Ability to schedule and supervise staff, students, or ancillary personnel, to include conducting performance evaluations. Skill in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling an integrated program. Skill in design, management of budget, and cost benefit analysis to ensure optimal stewardship of resources. Ability to analyze complex medical care, organizational processes and/or systems, and develop and implement solutions that improve outcomes at the program or service level. Ability to develop and recommend new or revised policies or procedures to justify program goals and motivate assigned personnel Reference: VA Handbook 5005/134-September 27, 2020, PART II APPENDIX G8. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office Physical Requirements: See VA Directives and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service. ["This is an Interdisciplinary announcement open to both Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. The Community Care program provides care to Veterans in a primary service area that is restricted to southwest Virginia. Community Care is a highly complex visible initiative that has an operating budget of approximately $60 million. Community Care is an integrated inter-disciplinary environment with clinicians, registered nurses, and administrative staff who work collaboratively to coordinate care for Veterans outside of the VA clinics and hospital. Serves in management of all Community Care consults and requests for additional services demonstrating sound decision making, both clinical and administrative, which bring credit to the VA and Health Administration Service. Performs clinical and administrative review for eligible Veterans, determining medical emergency and service connection eligibility. The incumbent serves as the clinical advisor for all requests for Community Care payment, participating in discussions, decisions, and policy-making. Responsible for balancing requests for Community Care with regulatory guidelines and within fiscal limitations. Works daily with Chief of Access and Scheduling Management discussing processes, backlogs, vacancies, and quality of Community Care coordinated and received. Assists in the training of staff and other stakeholders in the use of Community Care. Assists in the coordination of care with outside providers using knowledge of resources and specialties available at VA. Coordinates consult and scheduling efforts with the Referral Coordination Team Responsible for the supervision of subordinate personnel to ensure they provide timely care and sound decisions which comply with generally accepted standards of clinical practice. This includes the authority to accept, amend or reject the work of subordinates. Incumbent will have continuing responsibility for all of the following functions: Planning and assigning work to be accomplished by subordinates, setting priorities and preparing schedules for completion of work; Evaluating the performance of subordinates to include preparation of annual and midterm performance plans and proficiency reports; quarterly OPPE updates and feedback; P4P documents; EPRP feedback; FPPE completion; disciplinary actions; leave and time card approvals. Giving advice, counsel, or instruction to subordinate personnel on work and administrative matters; Hearing and resolving escalated complaints not resolved by subordinate supervisors; Recommending and/or taking disciplinary action where appropriate; Identifying developmental and training needs of subordinates and providing or making provision for such development and training; Fostering a team-oriented environment among staff to work collaboratively with administrative staff and other clinical staff within the Community Care department; building trust relationships. Complying with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines. Provides guidance to all staff assigned to the Community Care department. Participates in and attends medical center committees as assigned. Revises work schedules and assignments on short notice to meet frequent, abrupt, and unpredictable changes in prescribed workloads and deadlines. Ensures all patients that do not have a Primary Care assignment are coordinated properly to include but not limited to: entering consults and tests, reviewing notes, recommending treatment plans, following up on tests (laboratory tests, radiology exams, etc.). Ensures MISSION Act eligibility is followed Ensures Scheduling Directive and Consult Directive are followed by department personnel. Acts as Subject Matter Expert on all Community Care functions Participates as Co-chair of the Community Care Oversight Council. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45AM - 4:30PM\nTelework: Ad Hoc\nVirtual: This is not a virtual position.\nRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized\nEDRP Authorized: Contact christopher.cullen@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance\nPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized\nFinancial Discloser Report: Not required"]