This is a Health System Specialist position organizationally aligned with the Veterans Health Administration Central Office (VHACO), AUSH for Clinical Services, Spinal Cord Injuries and Disorders (SCI/D) System of Care National Program Office (NPO) in Washington, D.C.
This job announcement will close on 11/16/2026. The first 75 applications will receive first consideration. Applications submitted after the initial cut-off number has been reached will not receive consideration unless otherwise requested by the hiring management.
___________________________ The duties of the Health System Specialist include, but are not limited to: Project Management and Implementation: Manage and coordinate complex healthcare projects and initiatives throughout the project life cycle, including developing implementation plans, establishing milestones, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
Healthcare Program Planning and Development: Support the design, development, modification, and implementation of national healthcare programs, operational initiatives, and procedures that advance organizational priorities and improve healthcare delivery for Veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders.
Healthcare Accessibility and Standards: Serve as the administrative lead for healthcare accessibility definitions and standards, coordinating assessments, literature reviews, subject matter expert consultations, and recommendations to improve access to healthcare services for individuals with significant physical disabilities.
Program Evaluation and Performance Improvement: Conduct comprehensive analyses of healthcare programs, operational processes, and performance outcomes to identify deficiencies, evaluate effectiveness, and recommend improvements that enhance organizational efficiency and quality of care.
Data Analysis and Quality Improvement: Develop and support data collection methodologies, analyze qualitative and quantitative information, monitor quality improvement initiatives, and prepare findings and recommendations to support evidence-based management decisions.
Policy Interpretation and Regulatory Compliance: Interpret and apply federal healthcare laws, VA/VHA directives, administrative policies, and accessibility requirements to support program implementation, operational planning, and organizational compliance.
Stakeholder Engagement and Interagency Collaboration: Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with VA medical centers, Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs), federal agencies, healthcare organizations, and other stakeholders to coordinate activities and advance program objectives.
Strategic Communication and Executive Support: Develop executive-level correspondence, memoranda, white papers, technical reports, presentations, and briefing materials to communicate program initiatives, operational findings, and recommendations to senior leadership.
Committee Leadership and Program Representation: Represent the SCI/D National Program Office on interdisciplinary committees, workgroups, and task forces; coordinate assigned activities, facilitate stakeholder discussions, and provide leadership with updates and recommendations.
Change Management and Operational Improvement: Apply project management and organizational improvement principles to support implementation of new initiatives, address operational challenges, monitor corrective actions, and promote sustainable improvements in healthcare program effectiveness. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM 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. Virtual Work is defined as working outside of the original hiring duty station at a VA owned or leased space.
Return to Office (RTO) Mandate: RTO mandate is in effect and selectee 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 occur after the selectee's tentative job offer but before the final job offer. Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist/PD73065A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
There is no educational substitution at the GS-13 grade level. A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education (e.g. if claiming education to meet the Individual Occupational Requirement). 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 educational accreditation here. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must attach a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. Additional information is available here.
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $106437 – $172980/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-16.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-06 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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