Health Systems Specialist

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Irwin, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Fort Irwin, California, and supports the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF). The Health Systems Specialist maintains the organization’s Joint Commission readiness and standards; analyzes short-, mid-, and long-range plans and programs; recommends proactive measures to maintain optimal performance across functions; monitors compliance of programs intended to evaluate and improve the quality and appropriateness of patient care; and advises staff on Joint Commission regulatory standards, guidelines, and practice issues. The position is designated Mission Essential, requiring the incumbent to report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, and other emergencies. It is not eligible for regular and recurring telework, though situational telework may be approved case by case. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Meet the specialized experience requirement: one year of experience reviewing plans and programs in support of hospital accreditation, monitoring compliance of programs to improve patient-care quality, and providing guidance to staff on hospital regulations and guidelines; OR meet the stated doctoral-degree or graduate-education alternative; OR qualify through a combination of education and experience totaling at least 100% of the requirements.
• If qualifying through education, submit transcripts as part of the application.
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated by an appropriate private organization as equivalent to U.S. accredited education, or receive full credit from an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation; a Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Sign a condition-of-employment statement consenting to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Complete immunization screening. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact; other immunization proof may be required depending on the position.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Complete a one-year probationary period; continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Use Direct Deposit of Pay.
• Be able to report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the organization's Joint Commission readiness and standards.
• Analyze short-, mid-, and long-range plans and programs in support of the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF).
• Recommend proactive measures to maintain an optimal level of performance for all functions.
• Monitor compliance of ongoing programs designed to evaluate and improve the quality and appropriateness of patient care.
• Provide advice to staff on Joint Commission regulatory standards, guidelines, and practice issues.
• Report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations.

Benefits

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.
• Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. The posting refers applicants to benefits information but does not specify particular benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree