Health System Specialist

Job Title

Health System Specialist

Job Description

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Develops, interprets, and implements national MSCoE program policies, administrative regulations, and guidance, based on ongoing collaboration with VHA Central Office (VACO) Specialty Care and Neurology Program Office Leadership.
• Communicates new legislative, regulatory, and policy changes to MSCoE Directors, VAMC leadership, and VISN Directors nationwide.
• Serves as a principal advisor to the MSCoE National Director and provides authoritative recommendations on policy interpretation, program direction, and operational priorities.
• Serves as a major leadership point of coordination for advisory committee activities, assisting in the development, modification, and presentation of program goals, progress, and future plans.
• Develops and applies national evaluation frameworks, methodologies, and performance metrics, including SMART goals across MSCoE core domains (administration, clinical, education, informatics, and research).
• Coordinates the day-to-day operational functions of the MSCoE to ensure efficient program execution and expansion of the national MS network.
• Leads and coordinates national initiatives to strengthen program operations, including conducting site visits (virtual and in-person), facilitating national teleconferences, and implementing standardized clinical and administrative practices.
• Plans and prepares annual budget requirements, monitors funding utilization, and ensures alignment with VHA strategic goals

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist / PD13030O

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized