Clinical administrative specialist

Summary

Employee will be assigned to the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff (Medicine Services), VA Eastern Kansas Healthcare System, Topeka, KS, and is responsible for the coordination, and integration of operational and administrative functions of the clinical services that fall under the scope of the Deputy Chief of Staff (Medicine Services).

Duties THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-9. At the GS-7 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-9. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds.

Duties include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Has responsibility for the accuracy of clinical data for both clinical and administrative reports and assists on all action items related to this data.
• Collects statistical data for workload, productivity and efficiency data and any assigned performance measures.
• Assists the Supervisory Health System Specialist with administrative support activities related to assigned programs, including data collection, reporting, and program evaluation support.
• Reviews data, identifies trends, develops recommendations, and assists management with implementation of approved actions.
• Plans, conducts, and/or manages special projects or studies to analyze, evaluate, and provide recommendations on administrative programs or issues.
• Provides operational support for clinical operations and assists management in improving operational efficiency.
• Has responsibility for clinic set up, coordination, and maintenance, to include researching and troubleshooting clinic schedules.
• Responsible for daily review, communication and follow-up of various reports (missed opportunity, clinic utilization statistical summary, delinquent encounters and consults, recall reminders report, and other clinical management data reports).
• Receives and orients new providers and clinic support staff to clinic operations and administrative functions.
• Monitors training requirements for existing staff and notifies respective supervisors of training deficiencies before the training becomes delinquent.
• Coordinates daily coverage for clinical areas; and coordinates provider schedules.
• Assists with ensuring messages are triaged and processed properly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm or 8:00am - 4:30pm or 8:30am - 5:00p or 9:00am - 5:30pm.

Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized

Telework: This position may be authorized for Ad-hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• 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. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online 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) - See "Required Documents" below for details.
• As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary 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, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE-GS7: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped them with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-5 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience includes: providing administrative coordination and support for a clinical/healthcare area; collecting and analyzing data; coordinating daily coverage for clinical areas; monitoring training requirements; and preparing reports.

OR Superior Academic Achievement at the GS-7 level (Transcript Required): (SAA) at the baccalaureate level with coursework that directly reflects the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position is fully qualifying. Applicants who wish to apply under this provision must submit proof from their educational institution that they meet one of the criteria listed below. To qualify for SAA, applicants must have completed all the requirements for a bachelor's degree in a curriculum that is qualifying (as described above) for the position to be filled and meet one of the following:

• Rank in the upper one-third of your class in the college, university or major subdivision.
• A grade-point average of "B" (a GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0) for all completed undergraduate courses, or those completed in the last two years of undergraduate study.
• A grade point average of "B+" (a GPA of 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0) for all courses in your major field of study, or those courses in your major completed in the last two years of undergraduate study.
• Membership in a national honor society (other than freshman honor societies) recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies.

For a list of recognized honor societies please visit http://www.achsnatl.org/quick_link.asp. For more information regarding SAA please visit http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-II/s2-e5.asp#e4f.

OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE-GS7: Successful completion of one (1) full year of graduate education that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position, is fully qualifying for the GS-7. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED).

OR COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE-GS7: Combination of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE-GS9: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped them with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-7 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes: providing administrative coordination and support for a clinical/healthcare area; collecting and analyzing data; coordinating daily coverage for clinical areas; monitoring training requirements; preparing reports; and managing special projects.

OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE-GS9: Successful completion of possess two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position, is fully qualifying for the GS-9. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

OR COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE-GS9: Combination of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

Physical Requirement

The work is primarily sedentary and is performed at a computer or desk. It includes ordinary movement between offices and clinical areas, occasional standing and walking, and carrying light items. Travel between the Topeka and Leavenworth campuses and occasional visits to Community Based Outpatient Clinics may be required.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

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

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.

Receiving Service Credit for 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. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 80 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.