About the opportunity
The Puget Sound VA Medical Center is seeking Advanced Medical Support Assistants for the main Seattle campus and Oxbow location. Advanced Medical Support Assistants provide vital administrative support to clinical colleagues in caring for Veterans by promoting timely, accurate, and accessible healthcare services. Duties include determining healthcare eligibility, processing enrollment and registrations, counseling patients, managing complex scheduling across multiple clinics and providers, facilitating communications, and supporting inpatient units and wards. This is a permanent, full-time position within the Excepted Service at the GS-6 grade level.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $54,199 to $70,458 per year with regular salary increases
- 37 to 50 days of paid time off per year, including 13 to 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays
- Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% matching contributions by the VA
- Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance programs
- Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment
- Child care subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for qualifying families with income below $144,000
Who can apply?
- United States Citizenship required (Non-citizens may only be appointed if qualified citizens are unavailable)
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- High school diploma, high school transcript, GED certificate, homeschooling completion, state board proficiency certificate, or college transcript
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level in an advanced or complex clinical setting utilizing patient care systems, scheduling across multiple clinics, and coordinating care among diverse medical providers
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary medical teams
- Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation and background/security investigation
Required documents
- Long-form resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- High school diploma, transcripts, or GED certificate verifying educational requirements
- Cover letter (optional/if applicable)
- DD-214 or Statement of Service (if claiming veteran's preference)
- VA Disability Letter (if applicable)
- SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action (for current or former Federal employees)
When to apply
- Date posted: October 26, 2026
- Application deadline: November 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account
- Review the job announcement and prepare your long-form resume and educational verification documents
- Complete the full online occupational questionnaire via USAJOBS
- Submit your complete application package including all required supporting documents before the closing date
Additional information
- Selected applicants will be required to serve a 1- or 2-year trial period
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a strict condition of employment for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel
- This position is located in Seattle, Washington, with typical tours of duty from Monday to Friday, 0800 to 1630
- Telework and virtual work are not available for this on-site position
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Strong administrative professionals with a background in complex healthcare settings, patient scheduling, or clinical workflow coordination
- Candidates who value stable federal employment with comprehensive health benefits, traditional pension plans, and generous paid time off
- Individuals dedicated to public service who want to directly support the healthcare and wellbeing of military veterans
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires physical presence on-site in Seattle, Washington, with no telework or virtual options available
- All health care personnel are strictly required to participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption
- New hires must successfully complete a mandatory 1- or 2-year trial period as a condition of continued federal employment
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an excellent fit for administrative professionals aiming to build a stable, long-term career within the federal healthcare system. It offers robust benefits, structured retirement options, and professional development within a mission-driven medical environment.
Our take
Candidates with relevant medical administration experience who are located in or willing to commute to Seattle, Washington should seriously consider applying. Those seeking remote work or who cannot meet mandatory on-site and vaccination requirements will find this opportunity less suitable.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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