Health System Specialist

Job TitleHealth System SpecialistDutiesHelpMajor duties include but are not limited to:Serves as the disbursement coordinator (DC) and is responsible for communicating, establishing processes and ensuring compliance with VHA Directive 1400.05 and related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Administers the tasks and procedures required between the VA and the affiliate including establishing DAs and validating multiple data sources.Evaluates programs and processes for discrepancies to determine efficient and compliant HPE program operations and use of OAA resources.Utilizes knowledge and experience in health care delivery systems to oversee and manage disbursement procedures and processes.Manages the special purpose academic fund from OAA and HPT reimbursement processes with the affiliate; synthesizes data, trends, opportunities, etc. for presentation to facility leadership, OAA, or academic organizations using graphs, flowcharts, and other techniques.Completes and reviews the monthly educational activity record (EAR) consolidation and calculations to ensure accurate educational activity reimbursement.Informs and advises HPE management and the OAA program office directly in analyzing and evaluating programs and leading complex processes across HPE programs and affiliates.Extracts, analyzes, and organizes data from multiple sources to create reports for ongoing monitoring of resources, OAA reports, or special projects.Maintains awareness of new policies related to budget, personnel, and procurement to provide analysis, training and recommendations to enhance HPE operations.Performs other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.Work Schedule: 8:00- 4:30 p.m.Telework: This position may be authorized for Adhoc telework only, in accordance with VA policy and supervisory approval.Virtual: This is not a virtual position.Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist/ PD99451S, 99452SRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorizedPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized