This position is located within the Bay Pines Medical Center, a large level 1a, highly affiliated facility. It is a teaching hospital, providing a full range of patient care services, with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and limited research. Comprehensive healthcare is provided through primary care and long-term care in the areas of dentistry, extended care, medicine, neurology, oncology, pharmacy, physical medicine, psychiatry, rehabilitation and surgery.
The Occupational Therapist (Clinical Specialist): CLT and Fellowship Program Director) serves as the subject matter expert for the Bay Pines Healthcare System. Referrals are commonly received from Primary Care, Oncology, Podiatry, Wound care, and Women's Services. Responsible for treating all patients referred to this clinic, measure the affected extremities, recommend compression garments and establish an exercise protocol for this chronic condition.
Uses evidence based practices to review incoming referrals for appropriateness and independently evaluates patient's problems to determine their occupational therapy needs through the use of standard tests and measurements adapting and modifying treatment plans to meet the needs of patients. Demonstrates a full professional understanding of the theories of treatment in occupational therapy and their proper application.
Plans a treatment program with measurable goals, based on evaluative findings and within the boundaries of the individual prescription. Modifies the program according to changing patient needs and terminates treatment program when all goals have been met. Independently administers standard occupational therapy treatment in the specific area to which he/she is assigned but may be rotated to other clinic areas depending on staffing/patient needs.
He/She will be expected to work Saturdays/Holidays on a rotational basis. Provides written and/or verbal occupational therapy treatment status and progress, treatment programs plans and patient response to treatment. Independently schedules patient visits throughout the day allowing for adequate individual treatment time as well as necessary time for conferences and any administrative tasks.
Consults with patients and their families/caregivers through patient family education, training, advising them in the nature of their medical condition and by providing home programs. Performs cognitive assessments and treatments specific to identified patient population or impairment group. FELLOWSHIP DIRECTOR ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES Spends up to 30% of time in duties related to Fellow education programs.
The Director oversees compliance with the credentialing body for the Fellowship (American Occupational Therapy Association, AOTA) and consults with the PM&RS Service Chief, OT Section Chief, and Administrative Officer as needed. Responsible for coordinating the administration of clinical training programs for Fellows who rotate through all relevant Services within the Bay Pines Healthcare System.
Communicates all relevant information regarding organization and management of the Fellowship Program with AOTA, Facility Education ACOS, PMR Service Chief, OT Section Chief, and staff mentors. Communicates with Fellows and Human Resources prior to Fellow arrival to make appropriate arrangements and facilitate adequate communication between Fellows and their clinical mentors across all Services.
Coordinates with Physical Therapy Residency Program Director to provide reciprocal education and training opportunities. Facilitates Fellow orientation including coordination of the following: ID badge Finger printing Pre Employment Occupational Cyber security training HIPPA training Computer Access and CPRS training Assists with monitoring of Fellow progress and problem solving as needed with the Fellow and staff mentor.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: This position may be authorized for ad hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Ad hoc is defined as occasional, non-recurring telework. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 22132F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized for highly qualified candidates Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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.
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erika.gilpin-pretto@va.gov · (813) 972-2000 X110112
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $106437 – $138370/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-16.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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