- See "Additional Information" below for details.
- VA medical inpatient or outpatient setting.
- VA hospital or clinic setting.
- VA medical inpatient or outpatient setting at the next lower grade level.
- VA medical inpatient or outpatient setting is creditable according to its relationship for the full time workweek.
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Medical Support Assistant - Omaha, United States - Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Description
Summary A Medical Support Assistant functions as serving as an initial point of contact for the units, clinics, patient, to include, but not limited to, scheduling patient appointments, tracking, reviewing, and responding to electronic orders and consults in the electronic medical record and medical systems.
This position requires a practical knowledge of computerized data entry, information processing systems and software related to patient care, utilizing medical records, and medical terminology.
Responsibilities **PLEASE NOTE:
ALTHOUGH THIS ANNOUNCEMENT REMAINS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 13, 2024, WE WILL BEGIN SCREENING APPLICANTS ON MARCH 28, 2024. WE WILL DO SUBSEQUENT SCREENINGS UP UNTIL THE ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSES AS NEW VACANCIES BECOME AVAILABLE.
Major duties include (but not limited to):
Customer Service Greet and check in patients, assist patients with mobile check-in if needed. Gather medical information if needed. Refer patients to appropriate member of health care team as needed. Report backlogs, difficulties in meeting deadlines, uncooperative physicians. Document complaints.
Ability to identify customer's concerns, perform the tasks required to resolve the issues accurately and timely, and follow-up as necessary to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
Perform receptionist duties Monitor copying and faxing. Answer and route incoming phone calls. Validate and update demographics.Verify insurance information in ICB Scheduling Expectations Follow the current VA Scheduling Directive and Minimum Scheduling efforts Administrative duties Checks Recall Reminder lists to avoid delinquencies.
Prepare for clinic including printing appointment and clinic lists. Ensure encounter forms are completed. Ensure return to clinics orders are completed daily. Ensure recalls are completed daily. Consult report clean up daily. Routinely review of active/pending consults daily. Interpret, verify, and disposition of provider orders. Complete reports. Record meeting minutes, scribe with co-signer. Monitor appointments for area of responsibility. Monitor and maintain clinic grids with supervision. Process all transfers to other facilities. Monitor Audiocare. Perform basic eligibility requirements.Maintenance of warehouse supplies and clinic forms Special Duties as assigned Work Schedule: 40 hours per week.
Tours will vary and will be discussed during the interview process Telework:
Not available
Virtual:
This is not a virtual position
Recruitment Incentive:
Not authorized Functional Statement #/
Position Title: 000000/ Medical Support Assistant
Medical Support Assistant 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 VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3.g.).
Experience and Education:
Experience:
Six months experience of clerical, office, customer service, or other administrative work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position
OR Education:
One year above high school
OR Experience/Education Combination:
Equivalent combination of experience and education are qualifying for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable.
Certification. None required. Grandfathering Provision.All MSAs employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series, and grade held, which are a part of the basic requirements of the occupation.
For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:Such employees may be reassigned, promoted, or changed to a lower grade within the occupation.
Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.
If an employee who was converted to Title 38 hybrid status under this provision leaves the occupation, the employee loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.
Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S.must have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education must have been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S.
programs. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. 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.
Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination.Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP)Medical Support Assistant 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 VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3.g.).
Experience and Education:
Experience:
Six months experience of clerical, office, customer service, or other administrative work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position
OR Education:
One year above high school
OR Experience/Education Combination:
Equivalent combination of experience and education are qualifying for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable.
Certification. None required. Grandfathering Provision.All MSAs employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series, and grade held, which are a part of the basic requirements of the occupation.
For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:Such employees may be reassigned, promoted, or changed to a lower grade within the occupation.
Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.
If an employee who was converted to Title 38 hybrid status under this provision leaves the occupation, the employee loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.
Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S.must have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education must have been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S.
programs. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. 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:
Knowledge of MSA Practices:
To be creditable, the experience must have demonstrated the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with current MSA responsibilities or an equivalent administrative patient support role in a non
Experience:
Qualifying experience must be at a level comparable to MSA experience or equivalent administrative clinical support role in a non
Part-Time
Experience:
Part-time experience as an MSA or equivalent administrative patient support in a non
AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Candidates must demonstrate all of the KSAs below.
Ability to meet, communicate, and interact with individuals in a courteous and helpful manner in order to give instructions and arrange appointments.
Ability to utilize computer systems to enter administrative data in patient systems.Ability to learn and utilize basic medical terminology to record patient messages and physician requests pertaining to follow-up medical care.
GS-4 Grade Experience (Developmental Level): One year of experience in clerical, office, customer service, or other administrative work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position;OR Education:
Two years of education above high school. AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs).
Candidates must demonstrate all of the KSAs below:
Ability to meet, communicate, and interact with individuals from varying backgrounds and other health care team members in a courteous and helpful manner in order to facilitate medical care for patients.
Ability to use, and navigate between, various types of office automation equipment and software (i.e., computer systems, web-based scheduling programs; insurance collection system; scanning software, multiple line phone systems; electronic faxing programs) to support patient care.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology to assist in the provision of care to patients. Skill in recording patient messages and understanding physician requests pertaining to follow-up medical care in internal or external clinics.GS-5 Grade Experience (Full Performance Level): One year of experience equivalent to the GS-4 grade level; OR, Education: Four years of education above high school.
AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Candidates must demonstrate all of the KSAs below:
Ability to operate computerized programs and systems in order to enter, modify, and retrieve sensitive medical and patient identifying information (PII) into or from electronic health records, scheduling systems, and/or reports.
Advanced knowledge of medical terminology specific to understand medical diagnosis and procedures sufficient to communicate clinical staff instructions to patients.
Ability to schedule medical appointments in a clinical setting. Ability to work independently in the accomplishment of a wide variety of duties performing patient support work. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in person, electronically, and/or by telephone, with internal and external customers.Skill in customer service with the ability to identify customer concerns, and refer to the appropriate staff, as necessary, to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
References:
VA Handbook 5005/53, Part II, Appendix G45 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-5
Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary, however, there may be some walking, standing, bending and transporting items under 20 pounds.
Works extensively in the hospital computer system.You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position.
Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.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:
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
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Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38 and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. Pursuant to VHA Directive , VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.