HEALTH SYSTEM SPECIALIST (Title 5)
As a HEALTH SYSTEM SPECIALIST, GS-0671-9, you will:
This position is located in the Health Services Section of the Military Personnel Office (MILPO) of the Army National Guard (ARNG). The purpose of the position is to administer the state medical health program on a day-to-day basis. Responsible for oversight, administration, and implementation of policies pertaining to state medical affairs, and exercise of programs such as:
Line Of Duty (LOD) Investigation Program, Incapacitation Pay Program, Active Duty Medical Extension (ADME) Program, MOS Medical Review Board (MMRB) Program, Medical Disqualification Program, Follow up Health Care Program, Medical Claims Processing Program, Medical Travel and Orders Program, Medical Evaluation Board (MEB), Physical Evaluation Board (PEB), Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Screening Program, Immunization Program, routine and special physical examinations and waivers, Weight Control Program, and Over-40 Medical Screening Program. Coordinates with the National Guard Bureau (NGB), the Military Medical Support Office (MMSO), Tri-Care, U.S. Total Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM), Regional Medical Command, the Military Treatment Facilities, and the Medical Evaluation Board (MEB), and Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Liaison Offices located within the state. Serves as the principle advisor to the Chief of the MILPO, as well as to general officer commanders, and personnel on eligibility for health care, sources of health care, medical aspects of physical readiness training and testing, Active Duty Medical Extensions, and LOD investigations. Collects, analyzes and provides statistical reports to the MILPO Chief and the Commanders of the Major Army Commands (MACOMs) within the state regarding the health services programs. As required, organizes, coordinates, and provides health services briefings and training for the unit readiness workshops, Active Guard Reserves workshops, and the Commanders Course. Manages the funds associated with the health services account and provides an accounting for expenditures as required. Responds to inquiries and various correspondence on health services issues and maintains an action file on all responses. Observes privacy requirements on the release of medical information concerning individual military members. Coordinates, assembles, monitors and ensures the proper conduct of the Incapacitation Pay Review Board and the MOS Military Review Board. As required, is a participant on review boards. Reviews, evaluates, and interprets regulatory guidance, policies, and procedures applicable to the health services programs. Provides guidance to all users through the development of policies, procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), electronic tracking systems, and dissemination of information related to the health services programs. Publishes guidance to enhance and simplify completion and submission of health service related actions. Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of policy, investigative, inspection/exercise, strategic planning, and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning. Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime, equipment, supplies, training and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes metrics and utilizes analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates. Performs self-assessments and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with any corrective action taken to supervisor. Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assesses and revises policies and procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work. In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. GS-07 Qualification Options Option 1:
Undergraduate and Graduate Education:
Major study- hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in healthcare administration; AND Specialized
Experience:
Progressively responsible analytical or administrative, or clinical management or supervisory experience in the healthcare field. This work may have been performed in an operating healthcare facility or a higher organizational echelon with advisory or directional authority over such facilities. Work must have involved a close working relationship with facility managers and analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and provided knowledge of the following:
Missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of healthcare delivery systems; Regulations and standards of various regulatory and credentialing groups; and Government-wide, agency, and facility systems and requirements in various administrative areas such as budget, personnel, and procurement. Option 2:
Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. Option 3:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, GS-5 in the 0671 series. You must submit an SF50 showing 0671 experience at GS-05. GS-09 Qualification Options Option 1:
Undergraduate and Graduate Education:
Major study- hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in healthcare administration; AND Specialized
Experience:
Progressively responsible analytical or administrative, or clinical management or supervisory experience in the healthcare field. This work may have been performed in an operating healthcare facility or a higher organizational echelon with advisory or directional authority over such facilities. Work must have involved a close working relationship with facility managers and analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and provided knowledge of the following:
Missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of healthcare delivery systems; Regulations and standards of various regulatory and credentialing groups; and Government-wide, agency, and facility systems and requirements in various administrative areas such as budget, personnel, and procurement. Option 2:
Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. Option 3:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, GS-7 in the 0671 series. You must submit an SF50 showing 0671 experience at GS-07. Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities (KSAs):
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) and how they relate to work experience, education or training. Skill in recommending solutions to complicated problems. Knowledge of regulations and policies used to guide state medical programs. Knowledge of individual medical readiness requirements. Knowledge of medical follow-on care programs and line of duties (LODs). Skill in communicating with outside agencies or health care facilities. Knowledge of the laws and privacy requirements concerned with the release of individual's medical information. Statement of Difference:
The incumbent selected will meet the experience and educational requirements for entry at the developmental level of GS-07 for a Health System Specialist, GS-0671-09, Position Description (PD) # T5157000. A locally developed Individual Development Plan (IDP) will be established for the incumbent, this plan will be designed to provide the individual selected with the opportunity to gain the formal and on-the-job training for the position. The training allows the individual to gain the required knowledge, experience, and skills required for promotion to the full operating level of the Health System Specialist at the GS-09 level, attached is a copy of the PD # T5157000. The incumbent was competitively selected to fill the position at this lower developmental level. Promotion to the target level of the position may be considered as a career promotion in accordance with applicable regulations, after qualifications, eligibility requirements, and completion of a locally developed IDP. The Supervisor and the Human Resources Office's Employee Development Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the incumbent is performing the full scope of duties and responsibilities listed within the Health System Specialist, PD # T5157000, GS-0671-09, when working under normal supervisory controls prior to allowing the individual to be promoted.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position is located in the Health Services Section of the Military Personnel Office (MILPO) of the Army National Guard (ARNG). The purpose of the position is to administer the state medical health program on a day-to-day basis. Responsible for oversight, administration, and implementation of policies pertaining to state medical affairs, and exercise of programs such as:
Line Of Duty (LOD) Investigation Program, Incapacitation Pay Program, Active Duty Medical Extension (ADME) Program, MOS Medical Review Board (MMRB) Program, Medical Disqualification Program, Follow up Health Care Program, Medical Claims Processing Program, Medical Travel and Orders Program, Medical Evaluation Board (MEB), Physical Evaluation Board (PEB), Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Screening Program, Immunization Program, routine and special physical examinations and waivers, Weight Control Program, and Over-40 Medical Screening Program. Coordinates with the National Guard Bureau (NGB), the Military Medical Support Office (MMSO), Tri-Care, U.S. Total Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM), Regional Medical Command, the Military Treatment Facilities, and the Medical Evaluation Board (MEB), and Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Liaison Offices located within the state. Serves as the principle advisor to the Chief of the MILPO, as well as to general officer commanders, and personnel on eligibility for health care, sources of health care, medical aspects of physical readiness training and testing, Active Duty Medical Extensions, and LOD investigations. Collects, analyzes and provides statistical reports to the MILPO Chief and the Commanders of the Major Army Commands (MACOMs) within the state regarding the health services programs. As required, organizes, coordinates, and provides health services briefings and training for the unit readiness workshops, Active Guard Reserves workshops, and the Commanders Course. Manages the funds associated with the health services account and provides an accounting for expenditures as required. Responds to inquiries and various correspondence on health services issues and maintains an action file on all responses. Observes privacy requirements on the release of medical information concerning individual military members. Coordinates, assembles, monitors and ensures the proper conduct of the Incapacitation Pay Review Board and the MOS Military Review Board. As required, is a participant on review boards. Reviews, evaluates, and interprets regulatory guidance, policies, and procedures applicable to the health services programs. Provides guidance to all users through the development of policies, procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), electronic tracking systems, and dissemination of information related to the health services programs. Publishes guidance to enhance and simplify completion and submission of health service related actions. Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of policy, investigative, inspection/exercise, strategic planning, and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning. Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime, equipment, supplies, training and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes metrics and utilizes analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates. Performs self-assessments and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with any corrective action taken to supervisor. Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assesses and revises policies and procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work. In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. GS-07 Qualification Options Option 1:
Undergraduate and Graduate Education:
Major study- hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in healthcare administration; AND Specialized
Experience:
Progressively responsible analytical or administrative, or clinical management or supervisory experience in the healthcare field. This work may have been performed in an operating healthcare facility or a higher organizational echelon with advisory or directional authority over such facilities. Work must have involved a close working relationship with facility managers and analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and provided knowledge of the following:
Missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of healthcare delivery systems; Regulations and standards of various regulatory and credentialing groups; and Government-wide, agency, and facility systems and requirements in various administrative areas such as budget, personnel, and procurement. Option 2:
Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. Option 3:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, GS-5 in the 0671 series. You must submit an SF50 showing 0671 experience at GS-05. GS-09 Qualification Options Option 1:
Undergraduate and Graduate Education:
Major study- hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in healthcare administration; AND Specialized
Experience:
Progressively responsible analytical or administrative, or clinical management or supervisory experience in the healthcare field. This work may have been performed in an operating healthcare facility or a higher organizational echelon with advisory or directional authority over such facilities. Work must have involved a close working relationship with facility managers and analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and provided knowledge of the following:
Missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of healthcare delivery systems; Regulations and standards of various regulatory and credentialing groups; and Government-wide, agency, and facility systems and requirements in various administrative areas such as budget, personnel, and procurement. Option 2:
Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. Option 3:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, GS-7 in the 0671 series. You must submit an SF50 showing 0671 experience at GS-07. Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities (KSAs):
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) and how they relate to work experience, education or training. Skill in recommending solutions to complicated problems. Knowledge of regulations and policies used to guide state medical programs. Knowledge of individual medical readiness requirements. Knowledge of medical follow-on care programs and line of duties (LODs). Skill in communicating with outside agencies or health care facilities. Knowledge of the laws and privacy requirements concerned with the release of individual's medical information. Statement of Difference:
The incumbent selected will meet the experience and educational requirements for entry at the developmental level of GS-07 for a Health System Specialist, GS-0671-09, Position Description (PD) # T5157000. A locally developed Individual Development Plan (IDP) will be established for the incumbent, this plan will be designed to provide the individual selected with the opportunity to gain the formal and on-the-job training for the position. The training allows the individual to gain the required knowledge, experience, and skills required for promotion to the full operating level of the Health System Specialist at the GS-09 level, attached is a copy of the PD # T5157000. The incumbent was competitively selected to fill the position at this lower developmental level. Promotion to the target level of the position may be considered as a career promotion in accordance with applicable regulations, after qualifications, eligibility requirements, and completion of a locally developed IDP. The Supervisor and the Human Resources Office's Employee Development Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the incumbent is performing the full scope of duties and responsibilities listed within the Health System Specialist, PD # T5157000, GS-0671-09, when working under normal supervisory controls prior to allowing the individual to be promoted.
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0671 Health System Specialist - Salary Range:
$52,905 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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