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
Most Commented
- Health Insurance (219 comments)
“The best thing about the health insurance is all the options Federal employees are offered”
- Vacation & Paid Time Off (130 comments)
“Start earning time off on day one.. 4 hours of sick leave every two weeks and 4 hours of annual leave”
- US Department of Veterans AffairsOct 03, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Wonderful time off package and good health benefits
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 27, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Multiple medical, dental and vision options at a reasonable price. Earned sick and annual leave every 2 weeks. Thrift savings match up to 3%
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 26, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
The VA offers a great benefits package to their employees which allows employees to plan for a long term career and retire with peace of mind.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 25, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Its all stated when hired
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 25, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Great leave benefits for RNs. You accrue 8hrs of AL and 4hrs of SL every pay period. Excellent retirement benefits including TSP.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 17, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
The health care benefits are fantastic. I have a basic plan as a single person that cost less than $140/month and cover almost everything — Rxs are inexpensive, co-pays are inexpensive ($20, including mental health).
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 20, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Pros: Good benefits. Cons: No flexibility in schedule.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 21, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Great health and retirement benefits
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 19, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
The benefits were phenomenal.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 26, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
As a full time GS employee you will be offered benefit packages which were affordable.
Benefits Summary
List based on reports from current and former employees. It may not be complete.
Insurance, Health & Wellness
- CheckmarkHealth Insurance (459)
- CheckmarkDental Insurance (126)
- CheckmarkFlexible Spending Account (FSA) (112)
- CheckmarkVision Insurance (122)
- CheckmarkHealth Savings Account (HSA) (110)
- CheckmarkLife Insurance (125)
- CheckmarkSupplemental Life Insurance (107)
- CheckmarkDisability Insurance (91)
- Occupational Accident Insurance
- CheckmarkHealth Care On-Site (69)
- CheckmarkMental Health Care (93)
- CheckmarkRetiree Health & Medical (106)
- CheckmarkAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (96)
Financial & Retirement
- CheckmarkPension Plan (413)
- Checkmark401K Plan (410)
- CheckmarkRetirement Plan (447)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- CheckmarkPerformance Bonus (86)
- Stock Options
- Equity Incentive Plan
- Supplemental Workers' Compensation
- Charitable Gift Matching
Family & Parenting
- CheckmarkMaternity & Paternity Leave (337)
- CheckmarkWork From Home (75)
- Fertility Assistance
- Dependent Care
- Adoption Assistance
- CheckmarkChildcare (42)
- CheckmarkReduced or Flexible Hours (87)
- CheckmarkMilitary Leave (120)
- CheckmarkFamily Medical Leave (126)
- CheckmarkUnpaid Extended Leave (104)
Vacation & Time Off
- CheckmarkVacation & Paid Time Off (455)
- CheckmarkSick Days (141)
- CheckmarkPaid Holidays (129)
- CheckmarkVolunteer Time Off (47)
- Sabbatical
- CheckmarkBereavement Leave (97)
Perks & Discounts
- CheckmarkEmployee Discount (81)
- Free Lunch or Snacks
- CheckmarkEmployee Assistance Program (124)
- CheckmarkGym Membership (41)
- CheckmarkCommuter Checks & Assistance (73)
- Pet Friendly Workplace
- CheckmarkMobile Phone Discount (84)
- Company Car
- CheckmarkCompany Social Events (72)
- CheckmarkTravel Concierge (29)
- CheckmarkLegal Assistance (61)
Professional Support
- CheckmarkDiversity Program (106)
- CheckmarkJob Training (117)
- CheckmarkProfessional Development (108)
- Apprenticeship Program
- CheckmarkTuition Assistance (96)
Work at US Department of Veterans Affairs? Share Your Experiences
US Department of Veterans Affairs Response
seconds ago
Edit • Delete