USAJOBS · 1 day ago
Program Support Assistant (Geriatrics and Extended Care)
San Antonio, Texas, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$46K/yr - $46K/yr
1+ years expThe Audie L Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital is part of the South Texas Veterans Health Care System, providing essential services to veterans. The Program Support Assistant role involves providing administrative and program support to Home and Community Based Care programs, including maintaining records, tracking data, and coordinating meetings.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare complete inspection packets and post documents, visit schedules, program memorandums
Prepares graphs, spreadsheets, program authorizations, letters, emails, report of contact using proper oral and written communication
Inputs requests for work orders, supplies, telephones, and other similar items as requested by program staff
Serves as a timekeeper for Home and Community Based Care program. Ensure timecards are accurately recorded before submitting for approval by the managers or Service Chief
Monitors correspondence to ensure proper format. Inputs data using Word, Excel, Power Point, VISTA, and CPRS using proper format
Serves as the primary preparer to enter data and reporting requirements in web-based software
Will communicate clear and accurate information using written and verbal techniques and professional and courteous attitude
Plans, reserves room and prepares and coordinates information for meetings for program staff
Takes, transcribes, and distributes minutes to committee and meeting members for assigned specialties
Will monitor telephone calls, forward as appropriate, take messages, and answer basic program questions
Will prepare reports timely and accurately
Will use medical terminology to communicate and provide assistance to staff in the program
Will identify and address conflicting demands, work independently at times, and problem-solving skills
Will collaborate with other services to ensure interdisciplinary collaboration of clinical programs
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-06 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05
Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: providing clerical and administrative support for program operations; maintaining and updating records, files, and databases; entering, tracking, and verifying data for accuracy; preparing routine reports and correspondence; coordinating administrative processes; and using office automation tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel to support daily program and management requirements
Education: There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
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