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Purchasing Agent

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
📍 Ann Arbor, Michigan 💰 $50087 – $65113/yr

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Job Summary

The employee will be a member of Prosthetic & Sensory Aids Service (PSAS) within the Prosthetic Service Line at the VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor, MI.

Key Responsibilities

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Duties include, but may not be limited to the following: Prepares complex purchase orders for a wide variety of prosthetic orders. Receives and analyzes a large number of complex consults for a wide variety of supplies, equipment, delivery and repair services.

Authorizes and prepares complex purchase orders for a wide variety of prosthetic and orthotic devices, artificial limbs, medical supplies and home equipment and repairs. Completes transaction on the patient's medical record to ensure documentation of exactly what was purchased and issued. Conducts face-to-face and telephone conversations with patients, family members and private medical staff, contractors, vendors and co-workers.

Deals with a large community base, vendors, hospital staff and the public. Resolves conflicts in administering purchase orders, such as protests, claims, duplicate billing & terminations for convenience or default. Maintains accurate records of transactions and completes all adjustments to computerized system before final payment to vendor is certified. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements & Education

There is no educational substitution at this grade level, therefore, there is no need to submit transcripts.

Contact

VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $50087 – $65113/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-08.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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