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. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Health Benefits
An outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose are available to VA employees. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Competitive Salaries
VA is proud to offer salaries that are competitive with the private sector. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Work-Life Balance
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. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Education Support
We understand that continuous learning is essential to medical professionals and encourage VA employees to pursue higher education by offering comprehensive education support programs. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Employee Benefit Reviews
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- Health Insurance(186 comments)
“Health insurance is great! You may choose family, plus one or single. Rates are varied and great”
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 22, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
Excellent health insurance. Can goose a family plan or self+1
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 19, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
401K and health benefits is acceptable
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 13, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
Dependable pension plan - don't have to worry about company going broke. Good leave program. Excellent leave program for military reservists.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 13, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
The benefits are terrific. There are multiple choices for medical insurance, so you can tailor your insurance to what you want and need.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 09, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
The benefits package is very good. Health insurance possibilities was amazing as you could choose from many many different plans according to your marital status and financial situation.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 08, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
Great benefits! You have a great choice of various benefit packages to serve you
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 04, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
Better than what most people get in the private sector. Leave is fairly easy to accrue if it is not abused.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsSep 01, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
Working for the federal government gives you the opportunity to select the best medical insurance available.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsAug 26, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
Wide choice of affordable medicAl, vision and dental coverage. Matching for Thrift Savings Plan. Paid vacation and sick leave.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsAug 23, 2017StarStarStarStarStar
I have not had any issue, with the benefits, I like knowing that I can have insurance for the rest of my life, I get 4 hours every two weeks.
Benefits Summary
List based on reports from current and former employees. It may not be complete.
Insurance, Health & Wellness
- CheckmarkHealth Insurance (385)
- CheckmarkDental Insurance (104)
- CheckmarkFlexible Spending Account (FSA) (95)
- CheckmarkVision Insurance (100)
- CheckmarkHealth Savings Account (HSA) (96)
- CheckmarkLife Insurance (103)
- CheckmarkSupplemental Life Insurance (91)
- CheckmarkDisability Insurance (79)
- Occupational Accident Insurance
- CheckmarkHealth Care On-Site (64)
- CheckmarkMental Health Care (82)
- CheckmarkRetiree Health & Medical (90)
- CheckmarkAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (82)
Financial & Retirement
- CheckmarkPension Plan (346)
- Checkmark401K Plan (343)
- CheckmarkRetirement Plan (374)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- CheckmarkPerformance Bonus (73)
- Stock Options
- Equity Incentive Plan
- Supplemental Workers' Compensation
- Charitable Gift Matching
Family & Parenting
- CheckmarkMaternity & Paternity Leave (280)
- CheckmarkWork From Home (62)
- Fertility Assistance
- Dependent Care
- Adoption Assistance
- CheckmarkChildcare (35)
- CheckmarkReduced or Flexible Hours (75)
- CheckmarkMilitary Leave (102)
- CheckmarkFamily Medical Leave (105)
- CheckmarkUnpaid Extended Leave (91)
Vacation & Time Off
- CheckmarkVacation & Paid Time Off (381)
- CheckmarkSick Days (118)
- CheckmarkPaid Holidays (104)
- CheckmarkVolunteer Time Off (40)
- Sabbatical
- CheckmarkBereavement Leave (84)
Perks & Discounts
- CheckmarkEmployee Discount (70)
- Free Lunch or Snacks
- CheckmarkEmployee Assistance Program (104)
- CheckmarkGym Membership (36)
- CheckmarkCommuter Checks & Assistance (63)
- Pet Friendly Workplace
- CheckmarkMobile Phone Discount (72)
- Company Car
- CheckmarkCompany Social Events (65)
- CheckmarkTravel Concierge (25)
- CheckmarkLegal Assistance (50)
Professional Support
- CheckmarkDiversity Program (91)
- CheckmarkJob Training (101)
- CheckmarkProfessional Development (92)
- Apprenticeship Program
- CheckmarkTuition Assistance (84)
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