This position is in the Health Administration Service at the Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, MO. The Transportation Assistant (Beneficiary Travel Assistant) acts as the primary contact to Veterans for transportation needs.
This position is within the Health Administration Service at the Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, MO and acts as primary contact to Veterans for transportation needs. The incumbent in this position will be required to have an overall knowledge of the organization, its mission, goals and impact on patients, personnel, community, and the nation.
Transportation Assistant will serve as a primary contact for Veterans, doctors, nurses and administrative staff to arrange travel for eligible Veterans to appointments and residence when appropriate, using laws and regulations to distinguish/ensure reimbursements are legitimate or if fraudulent activity is being conducted by the beneficiary.
The Transportation Assistant must also possess some knowledge of clinical services, related software, and programs as they relate to computing and office automation. The duties include but are not limited to: Independently manages the Beneficiary Travel Program. Correctly determines eligibility for the Beneficiary Travel Program and process requests. Correctly determines which of several fund control points to utilize. Maintaining manual and electronic accounting records.
Responsible for determining method of payment for authorized and unauthorized ambulance claims submitted for consideration. Reconciling vouchers against authorizations for accuracy prior to preparing certifications for payment. Receiving invoices for payment of transportation services and submitting documents for payment. Assisting fellow team members during peak workload times and when there are staffing shortages.
Assigned to different work areas to maximize customer service. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Transportation Assistant (Beneficiary Travel Assistant)/ PD99910S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): 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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rachel.gallagher3@va.gov · 785-640-9971
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $40736 – $52957/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-15.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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