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
Most Commented
- Health Insurance (208 comments)
“Zero preexisting conditions with multiple policies to choose from as well as tiers of coverage. Plus life insurance.”
- Vacation & Paid Time Off (126 comments)
“13 days of Sick Leave and Annual Leave per year during years 1-3. After 3 year, 20 days of annual leave, and after 15 years, 26 days of annual leave...”
- Retirement Plan (73 comments)
“Retirement plan includes part pension, and part thrift savings plan (TSP). Employer matches TSP contributions up to 5%. Investment options are...”
- US Department of Veterans AffairsMay 22, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Insurance and vacation policy is the best.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsMay 21, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Great Retirement Benefits including matching contribution
- US Department of Veterans AffairsMay 09, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Earn both sick and annual paid leave.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsMay 06, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
It's a government job, so the perks are great.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsMay 04, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Benefits are second to none. Employer pays large portion of health benefits. Health insurance packages are great. TSP matches up to 5%. 20 days of annual leave after 3 years.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsMay 02, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Good place to work. No error
- US Department of Veterans AffairsApr 25, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Bonus depends on friendship and relationship with supervisor and not on actual performance
- US Department of Veterans AffairsApr 19, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Lots of federal holidays!
- US Department of Veterans AffairsApr 15, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Thrift Savings Plan, insurance options, good paid time off, and more.
- US Department of Veterans AffairsApr 11, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Multiple choices of health plans to choose from, generous vacation+sick leave+holidays, pension AND 401k matching, many opportunities for education
Benefits Summary
List based on reports from current and former employees. It may not be complete.
Insurance, Health & Wellness
- CheckmarkHealth Insurance (431)
- CheckmarkDental Insurance (117)
- CheckmarkFlexible Spending Account (FSA) (104)
- CheckmarkVision Insurance (113)
- CheckmarkHealth Savings Account (HSA) (105)
- CheckmarkLife Insurance (116)
- CheckmarkSupplemental Life Insurance (102)
- CheckmarkDisability Insurance (88)
- Occupational Accident Insurance
- CheckmarkHealth Care On-Site (67)
- CheckmarkMental Health Care (90)
- CheckmarkRetiree Health & Medical (99)
- CheckmarkAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (92)
Financial & Retirement
- CheckmarkPension Plan (389)
- Checkmark401K Plan (382)
- CheckmarkRetirement Plan (418)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- CheckmarkPerformance Bonus (80)
- Stock Options
- Equity Incentive Plan
- Supplemental Workers' Compensation
- Charitable Gift Matching
Family & Parenting
- CheckmarkMaternity & Paternity Leave (314)
- CheckmarkWork From Home (69)
- Fertility Assistance
- Dependent Care
- Adoption Assistance
- CheckmarkChildcare (39)
- CheckmarkReduced or Flexible Hours (81)
- CheckmarkMilitary Leave (114)
- CheckmarkFamily Medical Leave (119)
- CheckmarkUnpaid Extended Leave (100)
Vacation & Time Off
- CheckmarkVacation & Paid Time Off (427)
- CheckmarkSick Days (132)
- CheckmarkPaid Holidays (119)
- CheckmarkVolunteer Time Off (44)
- Sabbatical
- CheckmarkBereavement Leave (91)
Perks & Discounts
- CheckmarkEmployee Discount (76)
- Free Lunch or Snacks
- CheckmarkEmployee Assistance Program (118)
- CheckmarkGym Membership (39)
- CheckmarkCommuter Checks & Assistance (69)
- Pet Friendly Workplace
- CheckmarkMobile Phone Discount (78)
- Company Car
- CheckmarkCompany Social Events (69)
- CheckmarkTravel Concierge (28)
- CheckmarkLegal Assistance (58)
Professional Support
- CheckmarkDiversity Program (99)
- CheckmarkJob Training (111)
- CheckmarkProfessional Development (103)
- Apprenticeship Program
- CheckmarkTuition Assistance (92)
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