Medical Support Assistant (Advanced)

This position serves as an Advanced Medical Support Assistant for the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System, ensuring assistance to Veterans by providing a smooth process for management of outpatient appointments as well as providing administrative support to the assigned clinical section. Please include full-time/part-time status or number of hours worked for each position listed on resume.

VA Careers - Medical Support Assistant: https://youtube.com/embed/EE9c4XkaELo The incumbent serves as an Advanced Medical Support Assistant (AMSA) who is assigned to a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) or specialty clinic. The AMSA is responsible for working with teams that generally consists of a provider (MD, NP, PA), registered nurse care manager, clinical associate (LPN or medical assistant/health technician) and AMSA. The Advanced MSA is responsible for assistance to Veterans providing a smooth process for the management of his/her appointments as well as support work in connection with the care and treatment given to the Veterans by performing a variety of support duties that facilitate the work of an interdisciplinary coordinated care delivery model Ensures that the clinic setup is closely monitored to effectively support the needs of the clinic, and make any necessary adjustments, working in collaboration with the appropriate clinic. Develops and maintains effective and efficient communication with the patient, interdisciplinary team, VA medical centers, and other agencies. Works with the Lead/Supervisor MSA in setting priorities and deadlines, providing input in problem solving on operational issues or procedures. Assists the Centralized Scheduling Unit (CSU) with any urgent scheduling questions and provide necessary feedback for the veteran's care. May be required to cover the front desk or another care team at a given time for coverage. Responsible for preparing paperwork requested by the Veteran and/or medical provider. Coordinates information exchange/obtains medical records for co-managed patients. Work Schedule: Multiple tours available, will be discussed during the interview. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 70171F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the 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 identification 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 will 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.