Job Description
Join our mission to serve America's heroes! The Kansas City VA Medical Center is seeking a detail-oriented Federal Administrative Specialist for an immediate hire opportunity. This temporary position offers competitive benefits, federal training resources, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in healthcare administration.
As a key member of our administrative team, you'll support critical operations in a fast-paced federal healthcare environment. This role requires immediate availability and offers a unique pathway to permanent federal employment.
Responsibilities
- Manage veteran patient records and administrative documentation with 100% accuracy
- Coordinate scheduling and correspondence across multiple departments
- Process healthcare claims and benefits paperwork in compliance with federal regulations
- Utilize VA-specific systems (VISTA, CPRS) for data entry and reporting
- Provide frontline support to veterans and their families via phone and in-person
- Assist with quality assurance audits and compliance documentation
- Collaborate with HR, finance, and clinical teams on administrative initiatives
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship (mandatory for federal positions)
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in healthcare or government
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and federal record-keeping systems
- Ability to obtain and maintain VA background clearance
- Excellent written communication skills for veteran correspondence
- Experience with HIPAA compliance and data privacy protocols
- Ability to multitask in high-pressure environments with competing deadlines
- Preferred: Prior VA experience or federal administrative training