Job Title: MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Duties

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, Position Description Number T5900700 and is part of the MA ANG 102nd IW, National Guard.This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: Col James Hoye 508-968-4669.
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Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the position is to serve as the Senior Medical Officer for the entire installation, including tenant unit(s) and Geographically Separated Units (GSU) with responsibility for directing and managing all medical administrative functions including medical support, medical operations, force health management, force health protection, healthcare management, and related health applications. Serves as a fulltime partner with the Wing Commander, Squadron Commanders, Senior Management Staff, tenant unit(s) and GSU Commander(s) in planning, implementing, and executing medical programs directly associated with the objectives of the Wing(s), State Headquarters, and Air National Guard / Surgeon General (ANG/SG). The incumbent may function as the Medical Group Commander.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

None Job family (Series)

0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program

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Conditions of Employment
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov Position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program PCS expenses will not be paid. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Optional Form 306 is a required form, or you will be disqualified. DD Form 214's are required for Veterans Preference Verification Reference Worksheet is a required form, or you will be disqualified. Favorable background check is required.

Qualifications

*This is an indefinite position, tenure 3, with a time limit determined by the needs of the agency. Any permanent military technician who is selected for this position will become tenure 3. The selectee will receive the same benefits and entitlements as the tenure 1 employee, but will be considered tenure 3 for purposes of reduction in force. If a permanent resource becomes available, incumbent may be converted to a permanent appointment without competition*

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience, education or training in qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness of the Medical Group programs and wing medical readiness capabilities. Knowledge is applied in conducting studies, analyzing findings and making recommendations to Wing leadership. Knowledge of the USAF and ANG mission, organization and programs. Knowledge of NGB strategic management objectives and policies to develop guidance on techniques for effective implementation and operation of the Wing medical programs. Knowledge is used to develop procedures and directives to determine what to measure, how to measure, develop plans of correction and define the results for program effectiveness. Knowledge of clear and concise oral and written communication. Experience in project and multiple program management. Knowledge of medical information management systems. Knowledge of fiscal management to include basic budgeting and accounting processes. Knowledge of legal aspects of managing a healthcare organization. Knowledge of medical logistics systems to include basic supply chain management. Knowledge of Patient Administration.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 36 months experience, education or training in the overall management of medical support for the Air National Guard installation to include tenant unit(s) and GSU(s). Determines the impact and implements courses of action regarding projected Department of Defense (DoD), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Center for Disease Control (CDC), Office of Assistant Secretary of Defense (OASD), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Air Force Occupational Safety and Health (AFOSH), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and Military Support to Civil Authorities (MSCA) that affect Air National Guard plans, directives and missions. Ensures medical capabilities support the federal mission of expeditionary medical operations worldwide and state mission of medical response for homeland security and other state medical missions as directed by the Governor. Problem resolution extends beyond medical management and requires internal synchronization, the coordination of external offices at all base command levels, and the involvement of medical entities outside the base including both civilian and military agencies. Performs duties in accordance with established and evolving polices and procedures. Provides medical management and advisory services that contribute substantially to the plans, policies, decisions, and objectives of senior management. Directs work to be accomplished by the base medical and bioenvironmental programs, ensuring each is developed and implemented according to applicable regulations. Sets priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Reviews, accepts, amends or rejects work. Ensures compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements, medical readiness requirements, and the overall integrity of medical information and technology, force health management programs, and initiatives which operate to maintain and ensure a fit and ready force. Provides oversight for the implementation of a variety of federal, state, and local programs to ensure mission effectiveness, i.e. Resource Conservation and Reuse Act; Clean Air Act; Noise Abatement (FAA 150), and National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Implements the medical portion of the Designed Operational Capability (DOC) Statement of the unit. Ensures the Medical Group is organized, trained and equipped for any state or federal contingency to include global contingency deployment. Develops and implements unit plans for execution of deployments In support of the USAF Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) requirements and contingency objectives to meet USAF and Joint Chief of Staff (JCS) goals. Ensures all deploying/mobilizing personnel are medically qualified and fit for world wide duty prior to deployment. Coordinates required AEF planning and resources with other Air National Guard (ANG) and United States Air Force (USAF) units, National Guard Bureau, and other higher headquarters agencies to support and implement the AEF mission. Ensures Wing personnel and personnel assigned to tenant unit(s) and GSU(s) meet deployment requirements for immunizations, physical exams, occupational health exams, quantitative fit testing requirements, etc. Interprets, implements and administers laws, procedures, regulations and directives pertaining to various Air National Guard (Surgeon General or Medical) stand-alone, networked, or web-based medical systems including Preventative Health Assessment and Individual Medical Readiness (PIMR), Aerospace Services Information Management System (ASIMS), Aero medical Information Management Waiver Tracking System (AIMWTS), Grounding Management Information System (GMIS) Self-Inspection Database (SID), Central Credentials Quality Assurance System (CCQAS), Air Force Complete Immunization Tracking Application (AFCITA), Defense Occupational and Environmental Health Readiness System-Hearing Conservation (DOEHRS-HC), Environmental Management Information Systems (EMIS), Automated Civil Engineering System - Environmental Management (ACES-EM), or Enterprise Environmental Safety Occupational Health (EESOH) database, Command Core System (CCS), and Web-Based Integrated Tracking System (WBITS). Serves as the Wing Commander's subject matter expert on all medical privacy act issues including the Health Information Protection and Portability Act (HIPPA). Implements the Risk Communication training and education for Wing Leadership. Assures management obtains the maximum benefit from medical resources and information without compromising mission efficiency, safety, and higher headquarters guidance. Provides oversight for the Group's Self-Inspection program and Self-Inspection Database (SID) to validate all functions of the Medical Group are operating in accordance with policy, directives, and guidance from higher headquarters. Implements a suspense system to ensure proper and timely completion of taskings is met for both internal and external programs. Serves as the installation's technical advisor regarding
ANG medical capabilities related to "Homeland Defense" (HLD) and Military Support to Civil Authorities (MSCA). Oversees all directed Federal, state, local and regional planning, training, and exercising of the unit's support of MSCA and the unit's development and maintenance of the Emergency Management Plan (EMP). Serves as the installation subject matter expert and problem solver for medical and dental health benefits regulated and outlined by the National Defense Authorization Act and through the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Health Affairs. Coordinates health services activities and maintains liaison with DoD healthcare agencies and civilian healthcare organizations. Provides specialized information, counseling, and assistance concerning beneficiary problems and related health benefits available at other facilities and programs including Veterans Administration, Military Treatment Facilities (MTF), and TRICARE. Interacts with the Regional TRICARE office and Primary Care Managers, civilian insurance providers, and health care providers, both active duty and civilian to provide health benefits education material and briefings for the units.

Education

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Not Required

Drug test required

No Required Documents

Resume with dates of experience (to include Months and Years of employment) and at least 5 bullets of work experience for the duties you performed.

OF 306
*Please follow link to obtain OF 306: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf
(Important: OF 306 MUST BE signed and dated within 1 year of the closing date of this announcement or you will be found ineligible)

Reference Worksheet (MUST use this form)
*Please follow link to obtain Reference Worksheet: http://www.thenationsfirst.org/assets/pre-employment-reference-check.pdf
(Important: The attached Reference Worksheet MUST be used, and you MUST list 3 references)

Unofficial Transcripts, if used to qualify (An official transcript may be required before being hired.)

DD Form 214's are required for Veterans Preference Verification. (If applicable)

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. Benefits

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10903362

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Agency contact information

Denise Cahalane

Phone

339-202-3164

Email

denise.e.cahalane.mil@mail.mil

Address

MA ANG 102nd IW
170 Granville Street
Otis ANGB, MA 02542-1330
US

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Next steps

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