This position is located at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical facility, in Iowa City, Iowa, in the Research Department. This position will provide support for projects by working with investigators, project leaders, support staff, associates, and Veterans.

Duties

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Major duties listed but not limited to: Assessing research protocols and research situations to effectively conduct and manage unique research studies and ensure their proper execution Performing a variety of duties to support concurrently conducted multidisciplinary research projects Independently completing multiple research assignments Possessing an understanding of VA Health Services Research & Development policies, procedures, and techniques is required in order to adhere to guidelines, determine their applicability to situations not specifically covered, and to adapt procedural instructions as necessary and appropriate Having excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to independently prepare correspondence (especially clear, concise, and polite e-mail messages) Identifying, analyzing, and recommending solutions to problems in research work processes and procedures Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (work hours may be further discussed during the interview) Telework: 1-2 days allowed per pay period. VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Position Description Title/PD#: Program Support Assistant/PD50138T Physical Requirements: 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. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Bargaining Unit Position: No, not covered

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• 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) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-07 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the federal service); experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes: serve as project coordinator and first point of contact for project leads, investigators, research participants, off-site investigators and staff and outside agencies; conduct data entry; abstract data from medical records; transcribe research documentation; conduct subject interviews and/or project observations; prepare, maintain and update project spreadsheets; prepare documents, materials and forms for reports, manuscripts, grants and conference presentations; prepare project materials for mailings, handouts, meetings, etc.; design and maintain filing systems according to protocol; schedule subject appointments; attend project meetings; maintain study SharePoint calendars; create and monitor reproduction requests (i.e., questionnaires, consent forms); prepare tables and figures for publications and presentations; and ensure compliance with required study documentation. There is no educational substitution for the GS-07 level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Iowa City VA Health Care System 601 Highway 6 West Iowa City, IA 52246 US
• Name: Kara Grieser
• Phone: (320) 252-1670 X7151
• Email: [email protected]