The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a File Clerk for the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital. The incumbent is responsible for the daily task related to patient medical records. This position is located in the Health Information Management service line in the Truman VAMC.
Major duties include but are not limited to: Receiving, indexing, scanning, and assignment of appropriate nomenclature to health and administrative information, as assigned, for incorporation into the correct patient's record in the computerized patient records system (CPRS.) Filing of paper health and administrative documents in accordance with approved procedure. Maintains a system of paper medical records.
Retrieves and delivers records or documents from such system upon request from persons having right of access. The incumbent will interface with personal computer applications as well as numerous VISTA and CPRS applications (computer technology). Requests from and transfers records to other Veterans Health Administration (VHA) medical facilities. Identifies and prepares records for retention and disposition. These functions are performed under established procedure.
Promotes a positive image of this Medical Center with emphasis on customer service by treating patients, co-workers, and medical center personnel with courtesy and respect. Responds to customer needs in a positive and efficient manner. Fully protects the confidentiality of patient information, access to computer files and release of access codes, according to established guidelines and policies.
Performs clerical duties, including, for example, the use of computerized records tracking, associated with the retention, maintenance, disposition, and control of administrative and medical records. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: File Clerk/PD10427A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
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carlos.alcantara2@va.gov · 573-926-9535
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $37193 – $47334/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-25.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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