Lead Medical Support Assistant

The Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System is seeking two (2) highly motivated individual to serve as the Lead Medical Support Assistant at the West Los Angeles Outpatient clinic . The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, with the ability to effectively identify and address customer concerns to ensure satisfaction and resolve issues. In addition, candidates should be proficient in the use of computer programs and possess experience in appointment scheduling.

Major Duties: Must possess knowledge of working processes of Advanced Medical Support Assistants. Incumbent must be able to assess workload at any given time and assist all staff and/or redistribute workload. Vast knowledge of Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Veteran Health Administration (VHA) directives and laws governing VA medical benefits and travel benefits and the overall programs related to the health care delivery system. Knowledge of the Privacy Act and Freedom of Information Act. The incumbent can refer inquiries or situations pertaining to any element within his/her jurisdiction to a manual or other VA reference to produce an acceptable resolution. The incumbent has the knowledge and ability to locate, extract, and present information in clear and effective language so decisions may be made to best achieve facility goals. Able to provide accurate information to management, employees and patients regarding veteran benefits such as: applications and/or admissions to inpatient and/or outpatient status, nursing home care, and beneficiary travel benefits. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of the total VA health care operational structure and of the resources that are available to this facility. Understanding of the functions and responsibilities of other sections of the Business Office is essential. Must be competent in determining eligibility pertaining to inpatient and outpatient care, death benefits, non-VA treatment, beneficiary travel benefits, etc. Knowledge to assess documentation for accuracy, ability to review data with supervisor, skill in determining corrective actions, competent in developing monitors and an effective communicator. The incumbent must recognize potential workload problems resulting from shortages of personnel and be prepared to develop and suggest corrective measures to the Supervisor and/or adjust as needed. Prompt judgment situations are commonplace in the sections and the incumbent must perform in stressful situations, be astute in making judgment and maintain high productivity standards under situations of emotional pressure and extreme workload demand. The incumbent can assess the strengths and weaknesses of every subordinate employee to provide an effective and patient-oriented working mechanism throughout the section. Knowledge of practical applications of VistA, version changes and enhancements related to accomplishment of the mission of the Unit. This includes proper training of employees to ensure adequate knowledge in the daily use of these working tools. Ensure timely accomplishment of the assigned workload and assure that each employee has enough work to keep busy. Keep in touch with the status and progress of work and make day-to-day adjustments in accordance with established priorities, obtaining assistance from the supervisor on problems that may arise, such as backlogs, which cannot be disposed of promptly. Give on-the-job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices. Instruct employees on changes in work procedures. Provide written instructions/documentation of changes. Maintain current informational knowledge base and answer questions of other employees on procedures, policies, directives, etc. and obtain needed information or decisions from supervisor on problems that arise. Check on work in progress, review completed work of newly trained employees to ensure correct procedures have been accomplished. Refer to supervisor questions or matters not covered by standards and problems that make it difficult for employees to meet performance standards and competencies. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The incumbent is responsible to the Supervisor and/or Business Office Manager and will perform duties with minimal supervision. Situations arising are often not specifically resolved by application of a written guideline. For this reason, the incumbent must be a capable individual with the ability to apply a great deal of mature judgment, initiative and discretion at any given time. CUSTOMER SERVICE Must be able to meet the needs of the customers while supporting VA missions. Must consistently communicate and treat customers Veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Must provide the Veteran with consistent information per established policies and procedures. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. 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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Resumes MUST include the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies of the position to which you are applying and MUST BE INCLUDED ON YOUR RESUME. VA is unable to make assumptions about qualifications if not clearly listed. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement.