This Supervisory Medical Support Assistant (MSA) position is assigned to Medical Administration Service within Miami, Florida, VA Medical Center. The Supervisor is responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day activities of all administrative programs and direct supervision of the Outpatient Clinics to assure compliance with all requirements, quality control program management reporting, and special projects.

Duties

The Supervisory Medical Support Assistant (MSA) is responsible for coordinating, directing and assuring quality management of the administrative activities related to inpatient care in acute medical/surgical, psychiatry, intensive care, intermediate and extended care settings and outpatient care in observation and emergency department. Incumbent will have technical knowledge to determine flow and process. Responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day activities of all administrative programs and direct supervision of Outpatient Clinics to assure compliance with all requirements, quality control program management reporting and special projects. Administrative and management responsibilities are to include but are not limited to: Responsible for the management of the scheduling functions completed by Outpatient Clinics MSAs. Performs work in support of the general management and/or program analysis in which knowledge of the purpose, operation, methodology, and techniques characteristic of specific management/program analysis functions is required. Performs work in support of general management and/or program analysis functions in which knowledge of the purpose, operation, methodology, patient movements, Admissions, Discharges, Transfers, Absent Sick in Hospital (ASIH), and techniques characteristic of specific management/program analysis functions is required. Performs work in support of specific programs and services provided to an organization. Such work requires knowledge of the operations, procedures, and techniques associated with the programs within Medical Administration Service. Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness and outcomes of care processes; identifies areas requiring attention and recommends and coordinates course of action through Assistant Chief, Ambulatory Care and Chief, Ambulatory Care. Advises and assists in determining program needs to assure maximum utilization of equipment, staff and funds available. Responsible for the day-to-day oversight and supervision of Out Patient Clinics. Maintains inventory of all supplies utilized by Outpatient Clinic Section employees. Orients new employees to the operation of the section, develops training plans, and oversees training in established Outpatient Clinics administration policies, procedures and duties. Carries out administrative processing activities associated with involuntary admission, treatment and commitment of patients under the Florida Mental health Act. Day to Day work will require high degree of knowledge in CPRS, VISTA and Bed Management Systems. Supervisor makes assignments by defining the overall objectives, priorities, and deadlines and assist with unusual situations that do not have clear precedents. Independently plans the work; resolves problems for the unit and of the employees assigned to the team, carries out successive steps of assignments; and makes adjustments using accepted standard operating procedures or practices. Handles problems and/or deviations that arise in accordance with established policies, regulatory and administrative guidelines, directives, instructions, and accepted practices in the occupation and refers new or controversial issues to the supervisor for direction and/or assistance. The Supervisor maintains confidentiality and ensures an employee right to privacy is not compromised. The Supervisor reviews work for results achieved, technical soundness, and conformance with applicable regulations, policies and requirements. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 4:30 PM Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 30263F Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

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. Experience and Education: Experience. 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 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 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 3j. Grade Requirements: a. Creditable Experience (1) 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-VA medical inpatient or outpatient setting. Experience satisfying this requirement may be paid/non-paid employment as [an] MSA or an equivalent position in a non-VA hospital or clinic setting. (2) Quality of Experience. Qualifying experience must be at a level comparable to MSA experience or equivalent administrative clinical support role in a non-VA medical inpatient or outpatient setting at the next lower grade level. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, administrative independence, complexity (difficulty), and a range of varieties as described in this standard, at the specified grade level and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. (3) Part-Time Experience. Part-time experience as an MSA or equivalent administrative patient support in] a [non-VA medical inpatient or outpatient setting] is creditable according to its relationship to the full-time workweek. For example, an MSA employed 20 hours a week, or on a 1/2-time basis, would receive one full-time workweek of credit for each two weeks of service. Grade Determinations: In addition to meeting the basic requirements for employment listed above, the following experience criteria must be met for the Supervisory Medical Support Assistant, GS-8Supervisory Medical Support Assistant, GS-8 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. 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. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Candidates must demonstrate all of the KSAs below: i. 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. ii. 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. iii. Ability to provide briefings, orientations, staff development, and training in a patient support setting. iv. Ability to manage fiscal matters, forecast resource and equipment needs, and identify budget needs. v. 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. Preferred Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level. References: VA Handbook 5005/53 Part II, Appendix G45, Medical Support Assistant, Qualification Standard GS-679, Veterans Health Administration. dated August 1, 2019. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements: Position is sedentary in nature, may be required to lift/carry 15-25 lbs. on minimal basis.

Education

IMPORTANT: There is no substitution of education at the GS-08 grade level.

Contacts

• Address Bruce W Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1201 Northwest 16th Street Miami, FL 33125 US
• Name: Yolanda Stubbs
• Phone: 228-438-8542
• Email: [email protected]