The Health System Specialist serves within the Veterans Health Administration's National Oncology Program, providing program and project management support for oncology care initiatives. The position coordinates clinical pathway development, evaluates healthcare delivery systems, advises senior leadership on operational policies, and conducts complex analyses to improve program effectiveness, healthcare operations, and the delivery of quality care to Veterans.
Major Duties include but are not limited to: Coordinates the development and implementation of standardized oncology care clinical pathways, serving as a liaison among program offices and stakeholders. Manages program assignments, inquiries, and action items from initial receipt through completion, ensuring timely responses and compliance with established policies.
Evaluates operational policies, administrative procedures, and internal management systems to improve information flow, coordination, and program effectiveness. Plans and coordinates executive meetings, conferences, committee activities, and program events, including preparation of agendas, briefings, and supporting materials.
Conducts comprehensive analytical studies of healthcare delivery systems and operational processes using statistical measurements, data analysis, and program evaluation techniques. Develops position papers, decision documents, analytical reports, and recommendations addressing complex healthcare management issues, including quality, safety, and timeliness of care.
Coordinates complex audits, internal and external reviews, and associated corrective actions, ensuring timely responses to oversight requirements. Provides technical and administrative support to senior healthcare management officials, coordinating cross-organizational initiatives and maintaining program communication and information management systems.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 08:00-04:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: This position may be authorized for ad hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Ad hoc is defined as occasional, non-recurring telework. Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work. Virtual Work eligibility is for current VA employees that are already subject to the return to in person work mandate in their current position.
Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA owned or leased space. Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandates are in effect and selectees will be required to report to in person work unless they have an approved exception or an exemption. Any approval for an RTO exception, exemption, or extension will happen after a tentative job offer, but before a final job offer.
Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist/PD02978A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
There is no educational substitution at this grade level but you may use education to meet the IOR for the 0671 series. Note: 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. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $90925 – $118204/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-26.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-22 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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