Senior Patient Support Supervisor – Healthcare Administration

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States is seeking a GS-08 Supervisory Medical Support Assistant to lead patient support staff in a VA medical center.

The role emphasizes supervision, coordination of patient services, and reporting to senior management. A minimum one year of relevant experience and strong leadership, communication, and budgeting skills are required. Sedentary work with occasional walking is expected.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship required; English proficiency per 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
• High school diploma or GED or state proficiency certificate.
• One year of creditable experience at GS-07 or higher as stated.
• Demonstrates leadership, supervision, and budget/resource management skills.
• May qualify under Grandfathering provisions for current VA employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise administrative patient support staff and assign work.
• Manage programs, evaluate performance, and coordinate patient services.
• Prepare reports and forecasts to support management decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Customer service

Budgeting

Data reporting

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States is seeking a GS-08 Supervisory Medical Support Assistant to lead patient support staff in a VA medical center.

The role emphasizes supervision, coordination of patient services, and reporting to senior management. A minimum one year of relevant experience and strong leadership, communication, and budgeting skills are required. Sedentary work with occasional walking is expected.