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Job SummaryThis position is eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
QualificationsApplicants 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 Requirement.(1) Doctor of Audiology (AUD) from an audiology program recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education (ACAE) or Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). OR,(2) Other doctoral degree in hearing science or a directly related field from an institution accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. NOTE: Effective January 1, 2007, the CAA in Audiology and 3 Speech- Language Pathology of ASHA accredits only doctoral degree or AUD programs in audiology Licensure Requirement: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. All audiologists who perform compensation and pension examinations perform direct patient care duties and must possess a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice audiology and must meet the experience requirements under Section 2. D. See 38 C.F.R. § 4.85. English Language Proficiency. Audiologist candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). 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: Audiologist, GS-12 Experience Requirement: In addition to the requirements at the GS-11 level, completion of one year of professional experience comparable to the next lower grade level. GS-12 Audiologist - Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs).The following KSAs are required, applicants must demonstrate that they possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) listed below: (a) Skill in determining nature, type, and severity of hearing/communication/vestibular disorders. (b) Skill in counseling patients and family members regarding management of hearing/communication/vestibular disorders. (c) Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional audiology to other health care professionals. (d) Ability to independently apply professional contemporary audiologic treatments to the full range of patient populations 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-12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements.
Major DutiesThe Staff Audiologist conducts a full range of audiological evaluations to determine the nature, type, and severity of hearing, communication, and vestibular disorders. The incumbent effectively counsels patients and family members regarding management of these disorders and independently applies professional, contemporary audiologic treatments to the full range of patient populations. The position is located at the Kona CBOC in Kona, Hawaii, within the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) Service Line, VA Pacific Islands Health Care System (VAPIHCS), and may support other VAPIHCS locations as needed. The duties related to this position include but are not limited to the following: Clinical Functions: - Perform functions associated with the contemporary audiology scope of practice as defined by the American Academy of Audiology and/or the American Speech Language Hearing Association. - Determine the nature, type, and severity of hearing, communication, and vestibular disorders. - Counsel patients and family members regarding management of hearing, communication, and vestibular disorders. - Provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional audiology to other health care professionals. - Independently apply professional, contemporary audiologic treatments to the full range of patient populations. - Participate in the facility's quality improvement program, including responsibility for performance measures related to the specialty. Education: - Provide orientation and training of medical staff. - Assist in the training and supervision of students, trainees, externs, and fellows, providing feedback on progress toward established educational goals. - Keep current with theory and practice through continuing education programs, journals, textbooks, and other literature, and in-service programs. - Provide patient and family education, including informed consent. Administrative: - Participate in developing guidelines and protocols, new patient programs, and evaluation of existing programs. - Work with other departments/facilities to develop joint programs. - Maintain patient records and other data required by the clinic, service, and medical center. - Maintain supplies, equipment, and clinical areas to optimize safety and efficiency. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 10207-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHAV21 CCOE EDRP [email protected], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not AuthorizedRequirementsYou 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. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. A current, valid state-issued Driver's License is required for this position: Individuals required to operate a Government-owned or -leased motor vehicle to properly carry out their assigned duties must be properly screened during the recruitment and onboarding process. Applicants must Possess a valid, unrestricted State driver's license, have a safe driving record, and demonstrate that they are medically qualified to operate the appropriate motor vehicle safely Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.