Supervisory Medical Support Assistant
The GS-8 Supervisory MSA incumbent is responsible for insuring that the work assignments of the section are carried out by performing a range of duties and functions related to appointment scheduling and consult management. Must be able to lead a diverse group of employees and is considered an expert in the functions and capabilities of a GS-7 Lead MSA. Incumbent will be expected to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of staff within the Medical Center. Incumbent is expected to exhibit the VA Core Values of ICARE (Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence) when interacting with clinical and administrative staff, leadership, Veterans, family members, etc., at all times. The incumbent must demonstrate technical competency and expertise in the use of computer systems and software relevant to the business needs of HAS, such as multiple platforms of Vista, CPRS and MyHealtheVet/Secure Messaging systems. The incumbent will oversee all outpatient administrative functions and therefore must have thorough knowledge of policies and directives governing appointment access, outpatient scheduling and clinic management. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of VA medical care, priorities for care, release of information (ROI), Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and Non-VA /Community Care programs. Incumbent will be a leave approving official for the employees within their designated supervisory section. Incumbent will provide supervisory cross-coverage for other members of the Supervisory Team within HAS, as necessary. The Supervisory MSA must collaborate with the clinical services/clinics to evaluate clinic needs, support and involvement in action plans, in an ongoing and timely manner. Incumbent must ensure quality assurance for all work produced or completed within areas of responsibility. Incumbent will review and interpret all Quality Assurance reports surrounding Scheduling, Access, Workload outliers, and Administrative processes and develop action plans for process improvement along with oral and written presentations. Incumbent will evaluate overall performance of employees and provide frequent feedback to staff regarding attendance, performance and behavior. Incumbent will utilize Lead MSAs (subject matter experts) to assist and train new staff in orientation activities through shared knowledge and specific clinic scheduling expertise, as well as oversee the day-to-day flow of clinic performance. Work Schedule:
Tour of Duty to be determined upon selection) 7:
00AM - 3:
30PM 8:
00AM - 4:
30PM 8:
30AM - 5:
00PM Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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/
Experience:
One year of education above high school OR Six months experience of clerical, office or other work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position OR Equivalent combination of experience and education to qualify for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable English Language Proficiency. MSAs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3.j. Grade Determinations:
Supervisory Medical Support Assistant, GS-8 (a) Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level leading or supervising MSAs or equivalent administrative patient support staff in a non-VA medical inpatient, outpatient, or interdisciplinary setting. (b) Assignment. Supervisory MSAs at this level plan and direct programs at medical centers and/or satellite outpatient clinics. They have full responsibility for supervising at least one subordinate MSA team leader, supervisor, or equivalent administrative patient support staff in a non-VA medical inpatient, outpatient, or interdisciplinary setting. Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to:
evaluating the work of subordinate staff; resolving complex problems to ensure patient services are met; evaluating new products, equipment, and systems to make recommendations for improved operations; identifying educational or training needs; making final decisions on hiring selections; evaluating performance, and taking disciplinary action when necessary. The employee has administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the subordinate lead, supervisor, and MSA's activities. Responsible for extracting and analyzing data to provide reports to senior management in support of tracking measures. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, administrative independence, complexity (difficulty) and range of variety as described in this standard at the specified grade level and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. (c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Candidates must demonstrate all of the KSAs below:
Ability to provide the full range of administrative and supervisory duties to at least one subordinate MSA supervisor or team leader in a patient support setting which includes assignment of work, performance evaluations, selection of staff, and recommendation of awards and/or advancements. Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service and interpersonal skills with internal and external customers to ensure quality/continuity of care and ensure compliance with established policies and regulations. Ability to provide briefings, orientations, staff development, and training in a patient support setting. Ability to manage fiscal matters, forecast resource and equipment needs, and identify budget needs. Advanced knowledge of managing or leading patient support staff in a clinic. This includes independently utilizing reference sources, decision making, and empowering the team to collaborate and resolve problems within a complex systems environment. References:
VA Handbook 5005/117, Part II, Appendix G45. Medical Support Assistant Qualification Standard GS-0679, August 1, 2019. Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary, although some light physical effort may be required. Selectee will have to pass a pre-employment TB test.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Tour of Duty to be determined upon selection) 7:
00AM - 3:
30PM 8:
00AM - 4:
30PM 8:
30AM - 5:
00PM Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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/
Experience:
One year of education above high school OR Six months experience of clerical, office or other work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position OR Equivalent combination of experience and education to qualify for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable English Language Proficiency. MSAs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3.j. Grade Determinations:
Supervisory Medical Support Assistant, GS-8 (a) Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level leading or supervising MSAs or equivalent administrative patient support staff in a non-VA medical inpatient, outpatient, or interdisciplinary setting. (b) Assignment. Supervisory MSAs at this level plan and direct programs at medical centers and/or satellite outpatient clinics. They have full responsibility for supervising at least one subordinate MSA team leader, supervisor, or equivalent administrative patient support staff in a non-VA medical inpatient, outpatient, or interdisciplinary setting. Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to:
evaluating the work of subordinate staff; resolving complex problems to ensure patient services are met; evaluating new products, equipment, and systems to make recommendations for improved operations; identifying educational or training needs; making final decisions on hiring selections; evaluating performance, and taking disciplinary action when necessary. The employee has administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the subordinate lead, supervisor, and MSA's activities. Responsible for extracting and analyzing data to provide reports to senior management in support of tracking measures. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, administrative independence, complexity (difficulty) and range of variety as described in this standard at the specified grade level and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. (c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Candidates must demonstrate all of the KSAs below:
Ability to provide the full range of administrative and supervisory duties to at least one subordinate MSA supervisor or team leader in a patient support setting which includes assignment of work, performance evaluations, selection of staff, and recommendation of awards and/or advancements. Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service and interpersonal skills with internal and external customers to ensure quality/continuity of care and ensure compliance with established policies and regulations. Ability to provide briefings, orientations, staff development, and training in a patient support setting. Ability to manage fiscal matters, forecast resource and equipment needs, and identify budget needs. Advanced knowledge of managing or leading patient support staff in a clinic. This includes independently utilizing reference sources, decision making, and empowering the team to collaborate and resolve problems within a complex systems environment. References:
VA Handbook 5005/117, Part II, Appendix G45. Medical Support Assistant Qualification Standard GS-0679, August 1, 2019. Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary, although some light physical effort may be required. Selectee will have to pass a pre-employment TB test.
- Department:
0679 Medical Support Assistance - Salary Range:
$47,899 to $64,707 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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