Summary This is an Open Continuous Announcement and may be extended beyond the current closing date until the position is filled. Eligible applications will be referred at regular intervals - as additional vacancies occur and/or on an as-needed basis during the duration of the announcement. Once a selection is made and offer is accepted the announcement may close pending no additional vacancies. Qualifications To qualify for this position - you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements Citizenship Citizen of the United States (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3g - this part.) Licensure or Registration (1) Doctor of Chiropractic (Except Residents) Current - full and unrestricted license to practice chiropractic in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia The facility Director may waive this requirement if the doctor of chiropractic is to serve in a country other than the United States and the doctor of chiropractic has licensure in that country (2) Residents Licensure in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia before completion of the first year of a VA residency Unlicensed residents must meet any registration or other equivalent requirements established for chiropractic residents of non-VA facilities or chiropractic clinics with which the VA facility is affiliated for training purposes during the first year of VA residency (3) Impaired Licensure A doctor of chiropractic who has - or has ever had - any license(s) revoked - suspended - denied - restricted - limited - or issued/placed on a probationary status may be appointed only in accordance with the existing VA provisions applicable to other independent licensed practitioners - in chapter 3 - section B - paragraph 14 - this part Grade Determinations Associate Grade None beyond the basic requirements Full Grade Two years of full-time chiropractic practice or its equivalent One year of full time post-graduate residency specialty training from a chiropractic school or college by the Council on Chiropractic Education - or equivalent agency approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs - is acceptable in lieu of the 2 years of practice Candidate must have demonstrated the professional competence and performance necessary to provide independently the full range of clinical diagnosis and chiropractic treatment for the most prevalent neuro-musculoskeletal conditions including subluxation complex Intermediate Grade A doctor of chiropractic at the Intermediate grade meets the requirements for Full grade and the requirements in subparagraphs 3c(1) and (2): (1) A total of 4 years of chiropractic practice or its equivalent Acceptable in lieu of 4 years of practice is completion of a 3-year full-time post-graduate residency program from an accredited U.S. chiropractic college - as evidenced by documentation of completion (e.g. - transcript) - which renders the doctor of chiropractic eligible for certification by a specialty board recognized by the American Chiropractic Association - the International Chiropractors' Association - or the American Board of Chiropractic Specialties to obtain Diplomate status (2) Demonstrates a high level of professional attainment See additional information for examples Senior Grade The Senior grade is restricted to selected leadership positions The individual's qualifications - as well as the scope and complexity of the assignment - are considered A doctor of chiropractic at the Senior grade meets the requirements for Intermediate grade and the requirements in subparagraphs 3d(1) and (2): (1) The doctor of chiropractic at this grade will meet one or more of the following: (a) Possesses such academic stature as would warrant a faculty appointment of a professorial level (i.e. - full professor) in a school or college of chiropractic or other appropriate affiliated school or college (b) Has been awarded Diplomate status by a specialty board recognized by the American Chiropractic Association - the International Chiropractors' Association - or the American Board of Chiropractic Specialties and is currently in good standing with the specialty board (2) Demonstrates superior professional attainment See additional information for examples Chief Grade The Chief grade is restricted to selected leadership positions The Individual's qualifications - as well as the scope and complexity of the assignment - are considered A doctor of chiropractic at the Chief grade meets the requirements for Senior grade and must demonstrate a sustained very high level of professional performance with evidence of the exceptional professional and/or administrative development in subparagraphs 3e(1) and (2): (1) Has assumed substantial professional and/or administrative responsibilities in which the individual is expected to fully advise and make professional clinical and educational recommendations as to courses of action on problems and considerations of national scope The doctor of chiropractic at this level has responsibility for a major chiropractic 4 program segment on a nationwide basis and is consistently called upon to represent the organization in an authoritative manner in matters dealing with development of new and/or revised concepts and programs having a major impact upon the academic - medical - and chiropractic communities (2) Has demonstrated outstanding professional attainment See additional information for examples Preferred Experience: 2-3 years of post-licensure clinical experience in chiropractic care - preferably in an integrated healthcare setting Experience treating complex musculoskeletal conditions - chronic pain - and rehabilitation cases Familiarity with evidence-based chiropractic techniques - including spinal manipulation - mobilization - and adjunctive therapies Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit: https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ Physical Requirements: Light lifting - under 15 pounds Light carrying - under 15 pounds Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking (8hours) Standing (8 hours) Repeated bending (1 hour) Hearing (aid may be permitted) Environmental Factors: Working alone Protracted or irregular hours of work Duties This is an Open Continuous Announcement and may be extended beyond the current closing date until the position is filled Eligible applications will be referred at regular intervals - as additional vacancies occur and/or on an as-needed basis during the duration of the announcement Once a selection is made and offer is accepted the announcement may close pending no additional vacancies VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package Pay: Competitive salary - annual performance bonus - regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1 -000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Some responsibilities of the Chiropractic position are: Patient Care: Chiropractors are expected to provide patient care that is compassionate - appropriate - and effective for the promotion of health - prevention of illness - treatment of disease - and care at the end of life Medical/Clinical Knowledge: Chiropractors are expected to demonstrate knowledge of established and evolving biomedical - clinical and social sciences - and the application of their knowledge to patient care and the education of others Clinical Judgment: To ensure practice-based learning and improvement - chiropractors are expected to be able to use scientific evidence and methods to investigate - evaluate - and improve patient care Professionalism: Chiropractors are expected to demonstrate behaviors that reflect a commitment to continuous professional development - ethical practice - and understanding and sensitivity to diversity - and a responsible attitude toward their patients - their profession Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Chiropractors are expected to demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that enable them to establish and maintain professional relationships with patients - families - and other members of the health care team The incumbent follows established organizational structure and guidelines - assist in program planning and staff development across a variety of clinical settings for implementation systems - and be able to apply that knowledge as dictated by the exigencies of daily business Work Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday