U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring: Supervisory Orthotist-Prosthetist in Louisville

Summary: The Supervisory Orthotist‑Prosthetist oversees, manages, and carries out clinical and laboratory work related to providing prosthetic and orthotic care to patients with disabilities in the Prosthetics and Sensory Aids at the Robley Rex VHA. The incumbent leads and supervises a team of orthotists and prosthetists in the delivery of comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications: Applicants pending completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. United States citizenship. Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA policy. English language proficiency required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).Proficient in spoken and written English. Graduates of foreign degree programs must have proof of a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (or foreign equivalent) with a specialization in orthotics and prosthetics. Board certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC).Grade determination: GS‑13. One year of experience equivalent to GS‑12 required, including involvement in treatment plan development for complex conditions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of regulatory requirements established by ABC, BOC, NCOPE, IAOP, AAOP, JCAHO, CMS, OSHA, and related governing bodies. Administrative functions: budget development, inventory management, space and workload planning, knowledge of the National Prosthetic Patient Database, the Prosthetic National Software package, CPRS, DSS, and accreditation requirements for orthotic and prosthetic laboratories. Data analysis and reporting using HCPC codes and other patient database information. Expertise on emerging technologies for complex cases, policy changes, and related issues. Supervision and leadership of orthotists/prosthetists.

Duties: Apply expert knowledge of medical and psychological conditions related to prosthetic use. Oversee design, fabrication, and fitting of custom prosthetic and orthotic devices. Interview patients to determine expectations, lifestyle, home/work environment, and ability to use the device. Navigate complex or high‑pressure situations with professionalism and strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrate advanced clinical expertise in prosthetics and orthotics. Attend professional and manufacturer training seminars. Follow environmental and occupational safety guidelines.

Work schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m.‑4:30 p.m.; telework not available; virtual position not applicable. Must be able to lift and handle prosthetic and orthotic devices as needed.

Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary, with occasional standing and stooping required to assist patients. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level. Employment Type Full‑time. Job Function Health Care Provider. Industry Government Administration.