Program Analyst

This position serves as a Program Analyst within the Office of Integrated Veteran Care (IVC), Directorate of Integrated External Networks (IEN), administering correspondence and operations issues, reviewing and resolving inquiries, and conducting analyses of issues related to healthcare administrative functions. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : ***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** ***Applicant Count: This job announcement will automatically close at 11:59pm EST on the date the applicant count of 100 applications has been reached or on the closing date, whichever comes first. The major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Analyzes healthcare program operations to evaluate effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity. Collects, validates, and analyzes clinical, administrative, workload, and financial data from automated systems. Applies qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate statistical trends, identify outliers, and improve program performance. Prepares statistical reports, comparative analyses, and management summaries to support decision-making. Identifies and resolves data discrepancies and reporting irregularities to ensure data accuracy. Evaluates healthcare provider network performance and compliance with program guidelines and federal regulations. Conducts cost-benefit analyses and evaluates healthcare resource utilization. Reviews program policies and develops procedures and guidelines to improve operational effectiveness. Researches and responds to Congressional, White House, Agency, Veteran, and healthcare provider inquiries, including sensitive or high-visibility issues. Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve complex healthcare authorization, reimbursement, and policy issues. Prepares official correspondence and tracks inquiries to ensure timely, accurate responses. Conducts site visits, program studies, and surveys to assess field operations and identify improvements. Participates in task forces, workgroups, and briefings to evaluate initiatives and present recommendations to management. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION AT THE GS-12 GRADE LEVEL, YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: This position includes a Selective Placement Factor (skill, knowledge, ability or other worker characteristic basic to - and essential for - satisfactory performance of the job). Selective Placement Factors are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for a position. Applicants who do not meet it are ineligible for further consideration. The Selective Placement Factor for this position is: Experience supporting healthcare payer/provider network operations involving provider network performance, claims processing, or reimbursement procedures. ~AND~ SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must possess one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience is that which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Qualifying specialized experience includes analyzing program operations and performance using qualitative and quantitative methods; collecting, validating, and interpreting data to identify trends and discrepancies; researching and resolving operational and administrative issues, including inquiries from internal and external stakeholders; developing reports and recommendati

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who served our Country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and professionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your Country'