This position functions as a Program Specialist for the VA Saint Louis Health Care System, Integrated Healthcare Informatics Service Line (IHIS). The purpose of the position is to assess the productivity, effectiveness and efficiency of the medical facility health care program activities and operations in support of IHIS.
The Program Specialist provides administrative leadership support and guidance to the Chief of Integrated Healthcare Informatics Service, or designee. The incumbent combines management skills and a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory requirements with exceptional interpersonal skills and an unparalleled focus on customer service.
Duties include, but not limited to: Develops and implements health informatics programs and projects to enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting for the Integrated Healthcare Informatics Service (IHIS). Collects and analyzes healthcare data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and innovations; creates reports and dashboards to communicate insights and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Monitors program quality and performance measures, ensuring data accuracy and eliminating redundant or duplicate data sources. Provides budgeting and financial management support for IHIS, including budget formulation, justification, execution, and financial reporting. Collaborates with IT and clinical teams to integrate health informatics solutions with electronic health records (EHRs) and other systems, ensuring data security and interoperability.
Coordinates and delivers training on information systems, data management, and informatics tools for staff and end users. Serves as liaison between IHIS and internal/external stakeholders, including clinical staff, VISN leadership, and community partners, to support program development and communication. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: This position is authorized for telework but has not been authorized as virtual or remote (i.e., must be able to work at the location the positions is being announced for). VA supports the use of telework to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies.
Telework eligibility may be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Program Specialist/PD657-101930 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized 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/.
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/.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $63288 – $82279/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-06.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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