Medical Support Assistant (PRC)

Indian Health Service • Hays, MT

137d

About The Position

This position is a federal role that requires applicants to demonstrate sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties associated with the specific position. Experience can include both paid and unpaid work, including volunteer work through National Service programs such as the Peace Corps and AmeriCorps. Applicants must clearly identify their duties and responsibilities in each position held, along with the total number of hours worked per week. The position has various grade levels (GS-4 to GS-7) with specific experience and education requirements for each level. Applicants must meet the qualifications within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Requirements

• GS-4: 1 year of general experience or 2 years of education above high school.
• GS-5: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-04 or 4 years above high school.
• GS-6: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-5.
• GS-7: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-6.
• Experience must be equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
• Education above high school level in any field is creditable at grades GS-3 through GS-5.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries and requests through telephone, correspondence, and personal visits.
• Monitor and account for funds allotted.
• Assure funds have been obligated within deadlines and manage unused obligations.
• Assist in determining patient eligibility.
• Maintain obligation registers regarding funds for inpatient and outpatient services.
• Apply policies, procedures, rules, and regulations when determining patient eligibility and availability of services.
• Manage funds control techniques to account for allotted funds and prepare statements and reports.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees