Prosthetics Purchasing Specialist

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) VA Medical Center in Vancouver, WA, seeks a Purchasing Agent (GS-5/GS-6) to handle medical equipment and services requests, maintain regular vendor contacts, and manage data across databases. Responsibilities include processing purchases and reconciling related charges, with education or experience alternatives as noted in the qualifications.

Located in the Portland-Vancouver area, this role supports Prosthetics and related services, ensuring timely

Qualifications

• GS-05 requires at least 1 full year of specialized experience or equivalent education/combination.
• Experience includes receiving prescriptions/requests for medical equipment and services; maintaining contact with vendors and staff; using databases; reconciling purchase card charges.

Skills

Specialized experience

Vendor relations

Database usage

Purchase card reconciliation

Education

4 years post-secondary education

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) VA Medical Center in Vancouver, WA, seeks a Purchasing Agent (GS-5/GS-6) to handle medical equipment and services requests, maintain regular vendor contacts, and manage data across databases. Responsibilities include processing purchases and reconciling related charges, with education or experience alternatives as noted in the qualifications.

Located in the Portland-Vancouver area, this role supports Prosthetics and related services, ensuring timely