Medical Support Assistant

Summary The Medical Support Assistant's will be located at the Syracuse VA Medical Center. The Medical Support Assistant utilizes multiple computer applications, as well as the integrated electronic medical record system. Responsibilities The Medical Support Assistant (MSA) performs a wide variety of administrative and clerical duties as a member of the health care team. The MSA utilizes multiple computer applications, as well as the integrated electronic medical record system. The MSA will obtain or will have knowledge of medical terminology and administrative and department procedures for the management of records and forms, information security and exchange, management of reports and data, scheduling of patient appointments, telephone care, and public relations/customer service. Analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and dedication to customer service are required on a daily basis to carry out the functions of this position. Assignments at the full performance level (GS 05) inclu...