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Truman VA to Hold Employment Event

PRESS RELEASE

August 22, 2023

Columbia , MO — Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital will hold an employment event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in the medical center’s Patient Education Center, located at 800 Hospital Drive in Columbia.

Truman VA is seeking candidates for several positions, to include Patient Care Technicians, Environmental Services Technicians, Supply Chain Technicians, Police Officers, Pharmacy Technicians, Medical Support Assistants, and more.

“We will have specialists on hand to assist applicants navigate through the employment process,” said Andrea Wiggins, Assistant Director of Truman VA. “Our facility was ranked best place to work in all of VA for three consecutive years. We are a tight-knit team, and we seek like-minded individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of our Veterans and their families, and at the same time advance their careers.”

Those attending the employment event should bring a copy of their resume, the names and contact information of three references (ideally supervisors or managers), and other appropriate certifications. Veterans also should bring their DD Form 214 ― often referred to as their “discharge papers.”

“Our goal with this event is to make your transition into federal service as seamless as possible,” Wiggins said. “This is an excellent opportunity to embark on a career that is rewarding on so many different levels. I hope you join us.”

Media contacts

Jeff Hoelscher, Public Affairs Officer

(573) 814-6308

Jeffrey.Hoelscher@va.gov

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