Program Specialist

Job Title Program Specialist Duties Help Major duties include but are not limited to: Oversees and, when needed, directly assists with the day-to-day implementation of new Connected Care initiatives programs at SFV AMC. In cooperation with involved clinical services and sites, incumbent is able to assume the leading role in planning, development and maintenance of specific telemedicine programs. Identifies learning needs of staff and trains key end users and educates other stakeholders. Serves as a key resource and first point of contact for SFVAMC clinical services that wish to participate in telemedicine or that have active programs in need of assistance. Works with clinical leaders, IRMS, Biomedical Engineering and the Information Security Officer to implement telemedicine goals as smoothly and efficiently as possible. Provides back‑up assistance for other telehealth programs at SFV AMC, including home telehealth/care coordination. Provides leadership in identifying, evaluating and implementing new telemedicine technology. Stays abreast of professional, regulatory, research and technical developments in Connected Care by regular reading of the appropriate literature as well as attendance at local and national meetings. Communicates findings to the relevant supervisors, groups, services and end users. Seeks opportunities for external funding and resources to support SFVAMC and VISN 21 Connected Care programs where appropriate. Works with the SFVAMC Connected Care steering committee as well as the VISN 21 Strategic Telehealth Committee to develop, refine, monitor and evaluate a comprehensive strategic plan for telemedicine. Provides major administrative support for the SFVAMC Connected Care steering committee. Routinely represents SFVAMC in VISN 21, Connected Care. When appropriate, represents Connected Care perspectives at other SFVAMC committees. Participates in planning and provides back‑up assistance for other telehealth programs at SFVAMC, including RPM-HT Program. Assists with preparation of an annual SFVAMC Connected Care Service budget for the leadership. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Telework: This position is not eligible for Telework Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Program Specialist / PD070540 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized #J-18808-Ljbffr US Department of Veterans Affairs