This position is located in the Clinical Informatics Section (CIS). Clinical Operations Branch (COB), Office of the Clinical Director (OCD), National Eye Institute (NEI). The Medical Record Administrative Specialist is expected to take responsibility for direction of the functions of the centralized NEI record system.

Duties

Serves as the first line of communication between the CC HIMD and institute staff in matters regarding medical records, clinical documentation, and data utilization. Assists in the development, maintenance, evaluation and adaptation of systems and procedures, for the storage, retrieval and dissemination of records related to the delivery of ophthalmic care and execution of clinical research protocols. Builds new electronic data collection screens following provided specifications using existing computer applications. Implements established policies and procedures for the maintenance and control of medical records, reports, and clinical research data. Anticipates problems, performs objective analysis of cause, develops alternatives for solution, implements change, evaluates impact, and reports results. Evaluates and maintains compliance with the regulatory and accreditation policies and guidelines that pertain to the work performed. Assists section staff with maintenance of electronic medical record filing systems and electronic schedule systems (currently from NextGen Healthcare Inc).

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Maintaining, analyzing, and implementing established policies and regulations for the management of ophthalmic medical records and research records documentation; Generating and reviewing Cognos reports to monitor compliance with policies and identifying trends which may reflect on the institute; Analyzing record documentation to assure the presence of all required component parts; Conducting periodic audits of medical record documentation. OR Completion of a Masters' degree in an accredited or pre-accredited college or university; or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or possession of an equivalent graduate degree, if related; OR A combination of post baccalaureate education and specialized experience that meets the qualification requirements for this position. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. In addition to the previous requirements, you must demonstrate possession of the following selective factor to qualify for the position: Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12450031

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Nichole Tedesco
• Phone: (301) 827-1925
• Email: [email protected]