Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens - Nationwide.

A GS-0671-9, HEALTH SYSTEM SPECIALIST:

• Provides guidance and assistance on a variety of health care policies/programs, e.g. Military Treatment Facility (MTF), admission policies and facility resources/programs, medical evaluation/physical profile board procedures, alcohol and drug rehabilitation policies/programs, line of duty investigation procedures, CHAMPUS, Delta Dental Plan, and Veterans Administration sponsored programs.
• Advises in matters pertaining to the administrative management of medical programs.
• Maintains day-to-day contact with the State Surgeon's Office and functions as the full-time liaison with the NGB Office of the Army Surgeon.
• Responsible for the interpretation of various regulations and directives and the establishment of a state health system program for AGR personnel.
• Provides policy guidance to unit commanders concerning medical screening/evaluation/initiation of care for AGR personnel.
• Coordinates medical actions/waivers with the MPMO/State Surgeon/NGB.
• Provides technical advice and analysis of information/records for AGR personnel being processed for medical evaluation boards
• Refers AGR personnel with specific medical problems to agencies with the appropriate specialist for treatment, e.g. substance abuse problems and individual/family counseling.
• May administer the Army Drug Abuse Prevention Control Program (ADAPCP).
• Analyzes information to determine the most efficient/economical means of medical treatment available and the probable course of action, using knowledge of medical terminology and practices.
• Reviews/analyzes physical examinations to determine if AGR personnel have taken the appropriate physical IAW Department of the Army, to include technical review of diagnostic figures, interpretation f medical terminology, and if any waivers are required.
• Establishes and maintains a program for HIV testing and drug screening for all AGR personnel. Provides commanders and supervisors technical assistance and referral information.
• Establishes and maintains an over 40 cardiovascular screening program.
• Schedules appointments and processes AGR personnel for initial screening (Phase I) through bypass surgery, if necessary. Maintains all necessary documentation.
• Establishes and maintains a program for the civilian medical/dental treatment of AGR personnel, to include nature of treatment, estimated and actual cost of treatment, and submission of billing documents/information for payment.
• Monitors and prepares medical budget information for submission to state PBAC.
• May serve as Program Manager for medical care and/or medical travel account.
• The purpose of this position is to serve as the full-time health systems representative on all AGR Medical Department (AMEDD) related matters, and to function as a key assistant to the Military Personnel Management Specialist (MPMS) in administering the AGR medical program of the state on a day-to-day basis.
• Serves as the primary point of contact between AGR personnel and the MTF, MEDDAC, NGB, and civilian sources of care. May also assist AGR family members in requesting medical treatment or establishing entitlement/eligibility.
• May serve as a Health Benefits Advisor (HBA) upon completion of appropriate training.
• Other duties as assigned.(temporary, minor, or incidental tasks)

Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Position designated Essential Personnel subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• ***This is a term appointment not to exceed (NTE) 1 year from date of appointment.***

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Work that required a knowledge of the basic principles and practices related to the management of a health care delivery system. Such experience may have been gained as an administrative officer, management analyst, or administrative or clinical program manager or supervisor in a health care delivery system.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 24 months experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Applicants who have the 1 year of appropriate specialized experience, as indicated in the table, are not required by this standard to have general experience, education above the high school level, or any additional specialized experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements.

or

1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level.

***Note: If this vacancy announcement indicates Specialized Experience, "1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level", you must provide your last SF 50, if you are a current or former Federal Employee and you want to be considered under this provision.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. Your responses must be supported by your application package or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. You may also be excluded from consideration if you indicate that you are unwilling to accept the lower grade and determination is made that you are not qualified at the higher grade. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.


Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, as well as the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's.

• Knowledge of the mission, organization, programs, and requirements of AGR Medical Department (AMEDD) to provide guidance and assistance on a variety of health care policies/programs, such as military treatment facility, admission policies and facility resources/programs, medical evaluation/physical profile board procedures, alcohol and drug rehabilitation policies/programs, line of duty investigation procedures, TRICARE, etc.
• Ability to determines the most efficient/economical means of medical treatment available and provide guidance to unit commanders and supervisors concerning medical screening, evaluation, and initiation of care for AGR personnel.
• Knowledge of the characteristics of the health care programs to analyze, evaluate, and recommend/implement actions to enhance the provisions of medical treatment for personnel.
• Knowledge and recognition of the different functions and motivations of various groups in the health care system and the ability to communicate effectively with each in order to resolve problems and coordinate medical programs.
• Ability to analyze problems and present both oral and written recommendations concerning physicals, drug testing and medical material.
• Knowledge of agency and MAJCOM medical regulations, policies, requirements and standards to administer the AMEDD program, advise unit commanders and supervisors on AGR medical program requirements, and serve as the primary point of contact between AGR personnel and MTF, MEDDAC, NGB and civilian sources of care.