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Summary Incumbent functions as the Program Coordinator of the Washington DC VAMC Tinnitus Program and is responsible for providing comprehensive clinical services, as well as coordinating and overseeing the Tinnitus Program in audiology. The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. Responsibilities The incumbent at this grade level is an advanced-practice, independent, licensed practitioner and applies advanced audiology knowledge, theories, and techniques to a full range of complex patient populations. In addition to clinical duties of an audiologist at the full practice level, the incumbent has special clinical program responsibilities for the implementation and ongoing operation of audiology services for tinnitus. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Uses knowledge of contemporary audiology practice; Exercises independent clinical judgment and adapts clinical procedures and techniques to accommodate age-specific and unique patient conditions, needs, and expectations; Consults with physicians and other health care practitioners related to diagnostic evaluation and treatment; Evaluates patients to determine the nature, type, and severity of hearing and balance disorders using a full range of diagnostic tests and techniques, past, family, and social history, record review, and consultation with family and other health care practitioners; Plans, coordinates, and implements a full range of patient-focused treatment services designed to optimize function; Documents in the medical record: evaluation, diagnosis, and clinical opinion, treatment plans, outcomes of treatment, changes in functional status, and patient/family education; Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, participates with other health care practitioners to address the global needs of the patient, and advises on diagnosis and treatment. Applies advanced theories and techniques to special patient populations, provides professional advice and counseling, and provides consultation as the SME in tinnitus for audiology. Provides advanced tinnitus management in person and via telehealth, and coordinates care with an in-depth understanding of complex and difficult patients with tinnitus and hyperacusis, and co-morbid and co-occurring conditions; demonstrates advanced competence in the examination and treatment of patients with tinnitus and hyperacusis; Understands and follows the NCRAR program of Progressive Tinnitus Management (PTM) and incorporates the principles and practices into ongoing clinical services; Serves as the SME in the areas of tinnitus and hyperacusis; reviews, updates, and maintains policies and procedures related to tinnitus and hyperacusis; Articulates and communicates goals, objectives, and focused initiatives to associated staff of the Tinnitus Program, as well as guiding the team members on work methods, practices, and procedures; Consults with the interdisciplinary team, which includes primary care, mental health, neurology, otolaryngology, TBI clinics, nutrition, sleep clinic, whole health, prosthetics, and pharmacy, creating and maintaining an ongoing working relationship within the Washington DC VAMC and CBOCs, for provision of tinnitus management services in accordance with NCRAR; and Continually monitors and tracks the efficacy and quality of the program to make suggestions for ongoing improvement. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The incumbent is under the general supervision of the Section Chief of Audiology and the Service Chief of Audiology and Speech Pathology. Responsible for planning and carrying out the assignment independently, Resolving most of the conflicts that arise, Coordinating the work with others as necessary, Interpreting policy on own initiative in terms of established objectives. Determines the approach to be taken and the methodology to be used. Keeps the supervisor informed of progress and potentially controversial matters. Completed work is reviewed only in meeting technical requirements or expected results. Work Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 25221-F 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. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. You may be required to serve a trial period. 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. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Qualifications 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. 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). HR office staff and management officials may verify a program's accreditation from ACAE at acaeaccred.org and CAA at caa.asha.org. OR 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 Speech- Language Pathology of ASHA accredits only doctoral degree or AUD programs in audiology. Licensure. 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. English Language Proficiency. Audiologist candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Grade Determinations: Audiologist, GS-12. (1) Experience. In addition to the requirements at the GS-11 level, completion of one year of professional experience comparable to the next lower grade level. (2) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the KSAs required at the full performance level, the following KSAs are required: Skill in determining the nature, type, and severity of hearing/communication/vestibular disorders. Skill in counseling patients and family members regarding management of hearing/communication/vestibular disorders. Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional audiology to other health care professionals. Ability to independently apply professional contemporary audiologic treatments to the full range of patient populations. Audiologist (Clinical Specialist), GS-13. (1) Experience. At least two years of experience as a professional audiologist, with at least one year comparable to the next lower grade level. (2) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the KSAs required at the full performance level, the candidate must demonstrate the KSAs identified below: Advanced knowledge in a focused area of contemporary audiology practice to provide oversight of a specialty program. Skill to evaluate the specialty program to ensure deadlines and goals are met. Skill to coordinate initiatives and build consensus among interdisciplinary team members. Ability to monitor and report on work progress in the specialty program to adjust workload and processes. Ability to serve as the SME and provide education relating to the specialty program. (3) Assignment. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity, and range of variety and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. Audiologists (Clinical Specialists) provide leadership and direct oversight in the design, development, implementation, planning, and management of the specialty program. They serve as coaches or facilitators for the interdisciplinary team and are responsible for training all support staff and trainees as it relates to the specialty program. These individuals serve as the SME in matters regarding the specialty program. 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-13. Physical Requirements: The incumbent will be required to walk patients from the waiting room to the exam room, stand while performing audiology testing as needed, carry small packages (1 to 2 lbs.), have near vision correctable at 13" to 16", and have functional hearing (aid permitted). 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 OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? "Whole Health is an approach to health care that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their life to the fullest. The VA is committed to Whole Health and values Veteran and Employee health and wellbeing. As a VA employee, you will practice Whole Health in an environment that supports personalized and proactive care." The DC Medical Center, located in sight of the Nation's Capitol, provides care to Veterans. Offering tertiary care in a Complexity Level IB hospital, allows the multidisciplinary staff to provide comprehensive primary and specialty care in medicine, surgery, neurology and psychiatry." The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define "who we are," our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence ("I CARE"). As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. 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