US Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits
Employer Summary
VA offers a robust package of Professional, Insurance, Financial and Retirement Benefits that is unmatched in the private sector. For travel positions, benefits may vary based on the length and type of appointment.
- An outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose are available to VA employees.
- VA is proud to offer salaries that are competitive with the private sector.
- We know that a well-rested medical staff has a direct impact on producing positive patient outcomes. As such, we’ve gone through great lengths to provide employees with a superior work/life balance.
- We understand that continuous learning is essential to medical professionals and encourage VA employees to pursue higher education by offering comprehensive education support programs.
Employee Benefit Reviews
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- Health Insurance (230 comments)
“Several great options to choose from without feeling pressured. More than enough time to adequately select provider.”
- Vacation & Paid Time Off (139 comments)
“After 15 years with the federal system, you are able to acquire 6 weeks of vacation plus 4 weeks of sick leave/dependent care/bereavement leave (all...”
- Retirement Plan (81 comments)
“There is an all-encompassing program, but you have many options to choose from within this program.”
- US Department of Veterans AffairsFeb 19, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Best 401k in the country, hands down. Huge selection of health benefits.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 29, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Health insurance options and retirement plan that are available to all federal employees.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 28, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Federal Government employment benefits package is a plus. Easily transferable if changing agencies. Worth the time and effort it takes to get into civil service.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 24, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
If there is a government shutdown where you are without pay, that does make things more complicated. But, assuming you get paid once the shutdown is over, you will not be paying for your premiums out of pocket.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 17, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Affordable health insurance with good coverage. Excellent annual leave and sick benefits.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 19, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
benefits were great and covers most everything.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 14, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Great benefits , competitive, awesome, amazing
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 11, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Health insurance choices are many. 401k and pension included.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 04, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Pension and you can take health insurance into retirement and the employer still pays their share.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsJan 14, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Benefits are really good especially if you plan to retire
Benefits Summary
List based on reports from current and former employees. It may not be complete.
Insurance, Health & Wellness
- CheckmarkHealth Insurance (483)
- CheckmarkDental Insurance (134)
- CheckmarkFlexible Spending Account (FSA) (120)
- CheckmarkVision Insurance (131)
- CheckmarkHealth Savings Account (HSA) (118)
- CheckmarkLife Insurance (134)
- CheckmarkSupplemental Life Insurance (112)
- CheckmarkDisability Insurance (95)
- Occupational Accident Insurance
- CheckmarkHealth Care On-Site (73)
- CheckmarkMental Health Care (100)
- CheckmarkRetiree Health & Medical (112)
- CheckmarkAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (103)
Financial & Retirement
- CheckmarkPension Plan (432)
- Checkmark401K Plan (432)
- CheckmarkRetirement Plan (470)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- CheckmarkPerformance Bonus (91)
- Stock Options
- Equity Incentive Plan
- Supplemental Workers' Compensation
- Charitable Gift Matching
Family & Parenting
- CheckmarkMaternity & Paternity Leave (358)
- CheckmarkWork From Home (79)
- Fertility Assistance
- Dependent Care
- Adoption Assistance
- CheckmarkChildcare (42)
- CheckmarkReduced or Flexible Hours (89)
- CheckmarkMilitary Leave (129)
- CheckmarkFamily Medical Leave (136)
- CheckmarkUnpaid Extended Leave (110)
Vacation & Time Off
- CheckmarkVacation & Paid Time Off (478)
- CheckmarkSick Days (150)
- CheckmarkPaid Holidays (138)
- CheckmarkVolunteer Time Off (49)
- Sabbatical
- CheckmarkBereavement Leave (104)
Perks & Discounts
- CheckmarkEmployee Discount (87)
- Free Lunch or Snacks
- CheckmarkEmployee Assistance Program (130)
- CheckmarkGym Membership (45)
- CheckmarkCommuter Checks & Assistance (78)
- Pet Friendly Workplace
- CheckmarkMobile Phone Discount (88)
- Company Car
- CheckmarkCompany Social Events (75)
- CheckmarkTravel Concierge (30)
- CheckmarkLegal Assistance (62)
Professional Support
- CheckmarkDiversity Program (110)
- CheckmarkJob Training (122)
- CheckmarkProfessional Development (111)
- Apprenticeship Program
- CheckmarkTuition Assistance (100)
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