MP-08-100
Department
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Salary
$38,855.00 to $61,791.00
Grade
07 to 09
Perm/Temp
Temporary
FT/PT
Full-time
Open Date
11/18/2008
Close Date
11/28/2008
Job Link
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Who may apply
Public
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Department: Department Of Veterans AffairsAgency: Veterans Health Administration Sub Agency: VA Medical Center Job Announcement Number:MP-08-100 Decision Support Services InternSalary Range: 38,855.00 - 61,791.00 USD per yearOpen Period: Tuesday, November 18, 2008to Friday, November 28, 2008Series & Grade: GS-0343-07/09Position Information: Full-Time Federal Career Intern Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - St. Cloud, MN Who May Be Considered:Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.
Job Summary:
Work experience in financial or health information technology or a Bachelor's Degree in a program such as accounting, finance, with an emphasis in Health Information Technology or Health Care Management (or similar).
Training period is 2 years and will prepare you to work for the VHA in DSS.
Selected applicant will be required to sign an agreement that they may be required to relocate to a different facility upon completion of training.
An employee who held a career or career-conditional appointment in an agency immediately before entering the Intern Agreement in the same agency, and who fails to complete the program for reasons unrelated to misconduct or suitability, shall be placed in a career or career-conditional position in the current agency at no lower grade or pay than the one the employee left to accept the position in the intern program.Major Duties:
The Decision Support Service (DSS) is an automated clinical and financial management system designed for managerial applications. At the heart of DSS is a cost accounting system identifying the cost of providing healthcare services. DSS consolidates financial, clinical workload, and patient data originally stored in various VISTA files (workload and patient data) and VA financial systems.
Qualifications:You must possess a year of general work experience that shows your ability to perform progressively more complex, responsible, or difficult duties; and that shows your ability to learn the specific work of this job. To qualify based on education, submit copy of transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned. Submit proof of your education with a transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking. We will be unable to return these to you. You can receive credit for education received outside the United States if you provide evidence that it is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the United States when you apply. You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.You must sign a mobility agreement that indicates you will accept relocation to other geographic locations. How You Will Be Evaluated:You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to site specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome. Benefits:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035070069072066.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035108105102101Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035108116099105New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035114101116114You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035086065067065You will earn sick leave. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035083075076086You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035072079076073Opportunities are available in numerous locations and employees may transfer to new locations to further their career goals.If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.Qualified federal employees may be covered by our child care subsidy program or dependent care flexible spending account. Our human resources office can provide additional information on eligibility. More info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035067067082083You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/redirect.html?url=104116116112058047047119119119046117115097106111098115046103111118047106111098101120116114097105110102111046097115112035070083065Other Information:The materials you send with your application will not be returned.
How To Apply:
You may submit your resume for this job online by selecting the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted. If you do not use the online feature, you should send your resume, or Optional Form 612, along with any other required documents to the address shown below. You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.We encourage you to use the USAJOBS resume builder to speed the application process. If you are not applying on line, be sure your application includes the following: A resume or an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612) or any other format. Although we do not require a specific format, certain information is required to determine if you are qualified.If you are a current or former federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF50) and a copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal.
Contact Information:
Sharon Schmitz Phone: (320) 255-6301
Email: Sharon.Schmitz@med.va.gov
Or write:Department Of Veterans Affairs4801 Veterans DriveSt. Cloud, MN 56303
What To Expect Next:Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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