The Health Systems Specialist in the Office of the Medical Center Director reports to the senior member of the Executive Leadership team ELT. comprised of the highest-ranking senior executives within the level 1 complexity Joint commission accredited healthcare organization. The Health System Specialist utilizes specialized knowledge of the fundamentals of healthcare management and serves as a management representative of the (ELT)
Provides excellent customer service and demonstrates strong verbal communication skills since the incumbent represents the Medical Center Director in all interactions. Prepares numerous reports, analyses, responses, action plans etc for the Medical Center Director's signature to all levels of officials within and outside the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Interacts with other organizations, community and affiliated hospitals, stakeholders, employees, patients, and congressional staff; which promote the mission of the medical center creating an atmosphere conducive to quality patient, care.
Tracks related activities including policy changes, hiring practices and statuses, coordination with other facilities and the VISN, work force development, planning within the organization and with community partners, flow process development, development and implementation of training plans. Oversees planning activities that serve as a framework for decisions about projects and provides a basis for more detailed planning requirements.
Collects, analyzes, and updates operations data, including access, quality, patient experience, staff and patient satisfaction, meeting attendance counts, partner organizations, requirements, and follow-up actions required for VISN roll-ups or mandated quarterly/biannual reporting. Develop, communicate, and continuously update a comprehensive strategic planning process.
Conduct studies related to the development of planning initiatives determining the methodology and gathering data that is factual, historical, and statistical to meet objectives. Collect and interpret information about operations, survey responses, processes, and projects to assist the executive leadership make informed decisions. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist/PD07640A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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/.
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Kathy.Carroll@va.gov · 813-503-7921
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $89508 – $116362/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-21.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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