2026.02.13

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Medical Instrument Technician (Polysomnography) position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

Where’s the Medical Instrument Technician (Polysomnography) position located?

Ms.Smith

The position is located at the Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this job?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $69,067 to $89,785.

Dr.Job

Do applicants need to have their certifications or licenses before being hired?

Ms.Smith

Well, applicants can be referred and tentatively selected while they’re still completing their educational or certification/licensure requirements, but they won’t be hired until everything’s met.

Dr.Job

Is licensure or certification required for this role?

Ms.Smith

Actually, licensure or certification isn’t required, but it’s strongly desirable for positions at GS-6 or above to show that you have the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Dr.Job

What kind of experience do you need for the GS-9 level?

Ms.Smith

To qualify for the GS-9 level, you need at least one year of experience that’s comparable to the next lower grade level and directly related to the job duties.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith