What is the Medical Support Assistant (Advanced) role at Veterans Health Administration like?

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Medical Support Assistant (Advanced) position at Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ms.Smith

What position is being offered at the Department of Veterans Affairs?

Ms.Smith

They’re looking for an Advanced Medical Support Assistant in the Mental Health Service Line at the Fargo VA Medical Center in Fargo, North Dakota.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this job?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $44,959 to $58,445.

Dr.Job

Do I need to submit a two-page resume for this job?

Ms.Smith

Actually, the two-page resume requirement doesn’t apply to this occupational series.

Dr.Job

What are the basic requirements for this position?

Ms.Smith

You’ll need either six months of experience in clerical, office, customer service, or administrative work, or one year of education beyond high school, or a combination of both experience and education.

Dr.Job

What kind of experience is needed for the Advanced Medical Support Assistant role?

Ms.Smith

You’ll need one year of experience that’s equivalent to the GS-5 grade level, which involves providing specialized administrative patient support in a collaborative care setting.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Medical Support Assistant (Advanced)
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Salary: $44959-$58445
Industry: Healthcare / Nursing
Location: Fargo, North Dakota
Posted on: 11/18/2025