Health Aid - Transporter

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/04/2026. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: General Experience: Applicants are required to possess 6 months of General Experience. General Experience is (1) any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. OR Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successfully completed l year of full-time study above high school that included study in medical, health, or related fields. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business or technical school. Training: Completion of appropriate training such as in-service training programs, training acquired while serving in the Armed Forces, and government-sponsored developmental training programs will be allowed credit on a month-for-month basis. Completion of an intensive, specialized course of study of less than l year may meet in full the experience requirements for GS-3. Courses of this type normally require completion of up to 40 hours per week of instruction rather than the usual 20 hours per week, and are usually of at least 3 months duration. Such courses may have been obtained through a variety of programs such as those offered by technical schools and military training programs. To be creditable, such a course must have been designed specifically as career preparation for the work of the position being filled, and must have provided the applicant with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to do the work. OR Combining Experience and Education: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education or training and experience are qualifying. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. The Health Aid - Transporter is located at John Cochran or Jefferson Barracks Division of VA Saint Louis Health Care System. This position provides support to patients, and their families, staff, and visitors. Transporters are responsible for transporting patients to various areas within the medical center. They perform a wide range of support functions, which includes being able to accurately identify patients according to national standards and knowledge of proper positioning of the patient.

Position Details

• Job Title: Health Aid - Transporter
• Company / Organisation: Veterans Health Administration
• Location: Multiple Locations
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Field / Industry: Healthcare
• Work Arrangement: On-site or hybrid - Multiple Locations

About This Opportunity

This full-time opportunity at Veterans Health Administration is an excellent opening for experienced professionals in the field of healthcare and medicine. The role is structured around an on-site or hybrid environment based in Multiple Locations and is designed for candidates who are ready to make a meaningful contribution from the moment they join.

Based in Multiple Locations, this role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with a local team in a structured professional environment. Candidates currently based in the area or open to relocation are strongly encouraged to apply.

Whether you are an established practitioner in healthcare and medicine or a highly skilled professional looking for your next challenge, this Health Aid - Transporter role offers the platform to apply your expertise in a real-world, results-oriented environment. Veterans Health Administration is looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running and add genuine value to the team.

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for candidates who have a solid background in healthcare and medicine and a demonstrable track record of delivering high-quality results. You should possess clinical competence, compassion, precision, and a commitment to patient safety and best-practice care. Experience working with electronic health record (EHR) systems, diagnostic tools, and clinical management platforms will be an advantage, though a commitment to continuous learning and professional development is equally valued.

Beyond technical or domain expertise, Veterans Health Administration is looking for someone who communicates clearly, collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, and takes ownership of their work from start to finish. If you thrive in a professional environment and are passionate about the opportunity to improve patient outcomes and contribute to a healthier community, we encourage you to apply.

Key Competencies for This Role

Successful candidates for the Health Aid - Transporter position at Veterans Health Administration will typically demonstrate the following core competencies:

• Domain expertise - a strong foundation of knowledge and hands-on experience in healthcare and medicine
• Problem-solving ability - the capacity to identify challenges, think critically, and implement practical solutions efficiently
• Communication skills - clear and professional communication with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners at all levels
• Self-management - strong time management and the ability to prioritise a varied workload while meeting deadlines
• Team collaboration - a collaborative and supportive approach to working alongside colleagues across departments or locations
• Adaptability - the ability to respond positively to change and thrive in a dynamic, evolving work environment

How to Apply

To apply for this Health Aid - Transporter position at Veterans Health Administration, click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be taken directly to the official application page where you can complete and submit your application.

Before applying, please ensure that your CV or résumé is fully up to date and clearly highlights your experience and accomplishments in healthcare and medicine. If a cover letter is included or requested, tailor it specifically to this role and explain how your background, skills, and goals align with what Veterans Health Administration is looking for in a Health Aid - Transporter.

All applications for this role are processed directly by Veterans Health Administration. Career Nest facilitates the job discovery process and does not pre-screen or forward applications on behalf of employers. There are no fees for job seekers at any stage of the application process.

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