Supervisory Health System Specialist - Field Operations Manager

The Field Operations Manager is located in the Office of Rehabilitation and Prosthetics Service (RPS). The mission of PSAS is to provide specialized quality patient care by furnishing properly prescribed and clinically appropriate, state-of-the-art prosthetic devices, sensory aids, and equipment in the most economical and timely manner in accordance with authorizing laws, regulations and policies.

The duties of the Field Operations Manager include, but are not limited to: Has programmatic responsibilities for leading, planning, developing, and implementing national policy for the delivery of PSAS items and related services in direct support of Prosthetic Services. Provides through knowledge of and leadership in multiple facets of PSAS programs as they relate to resources and procurement related activities. Provides guidance, consultation, and support on behalf of VHA national program senior leaders to VISN Prosthetic Representatives, facility staff and appropriate stakeholders for prosthetic programs. Provides leadership, representation, training, interface, planning and coordination in support of Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) to develop requirements and contracts for prosthetic items. Leads the operations division of PSAS. Applies his/her expertise and knowledge of durable medical equipment, contracting, procurement, logistics, prosthetic/orthotics and health care programs to staff and subject matter experts. Leads PSAS in the development and deployment of policy, programs, and practice for the acquisition of goods and serves as it relates to prosthetic items, working with contracting officers, program managers and Office of Procurement and Logistics. Provides consultative services to VISN Prosthetic Representatives on interpretation of acquisition regulations. Participates in national acquisition training forums and manages projects related to the procurement of prosthetic devices. Oversees the ongoing operational quality of PSAS sites through site visits, accreditation reviews, and other evaluations at VA facilities and follow-up reports on implementation of approved recommendations. Initiates actions to address weaknesses and ensures that all appropriate steps are taken to attain and maintain accreditation of laboratories, personnel, and training programs. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work. Virtual Work eligibility is for current VA employees that are already subject to the return to the in-person work mandate in their current position. Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA-owned or leased space. Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandates are in effect and selectees will be required to report to in-person work unless they are approved for an exception or an exemption. Any approval for an RTO exception, exemption, or extension will happen after a tentative job offer, but before a final job offer. Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Health System Specialist - Field Operations Manager/PD022550 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. This position requires the application, assessment, and questionnaire to be fully completed. The assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 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) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period 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 probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.