We’re hiring! Apply today for one of these 9 nonclinical jobs at VA

If you don’t have clinical training, you might dismiss a career in health care – but nonclinical jobs abound at VA.

It takes a small army of administrative, technical, and support workers to keep a large health care system running smoothly.

Take a look at the top 9 nonclinical jobs that are available right now and apply!

Human resources (HR)

Our HR teams guide the employee experience from hire to retire. They serve as an essential link between management and employees, while serving an organization with the noble mission of caring for our nation’s heroes

Within HR, managers are one of the crucially-needed positions, with nearly 1 in 4 of our health care systems indicating they need these professionals. We employ HR managers in a range of capacities to help maintain our administrative functions – from recruitment and labor relations to compensation.

Custodial

Custodial workers ensure that thousands of medical facilities across the country are clean and safe for patients, staff, and visitors. We rely on them every day, but never more so than during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our custodial workers perform a full range of light and heavy cleaning duties, as well as routine housekeeping maintenance. There are openings around the country, including temporary, permanent, part-time, and full-time positions.

Law enforcement

The VA police force helps Veterans receive reliable medical care in a safe environment. Our 4,000-member team of officers, supervisory officers, and detectives staff VA medical facilities throughout the country. Officers perform a range of duties, from patrolling and de-escalating situations to conducting investigations.

We are building a 21st century police force focused on transparency, accountability and efficiency to further increase the safety and security of Veterans, staff and visitors to our facilities.

Information Technology (IT)

Our IT professionals are instrumental in improving the Veteran experience by delivering innovative technologies and helping us continually transform VA into a lean, agile, and Veteran-focused enterprise.

We employ IT specialists and project managers in a variety of roles throughout the country. Be part of a world-class organization that provides a seamless, unified Veteran experience by using state-of-the-art technology.

Food Service/Cook

Help make sure Veterans get the nutritious food they need while staying in our hospitals or community living centers.

We’re in need of food service workers and cooks to prepare, deliver and serve meals. Right now, there are hundreds of positions open in these occupations throughout facilities nationwide.

Transportation

Motor vehicle operators and transportation assistants make sure patients and supplies get where they need to be on time.

These individuals drive Veterans to appointments, transport items within the VA system, and help ensure vehicles are maintained as a motor vehicle operator.

Transportation assistants determine eligibility for travel entitlements, coordinate transportation needs and process claims for payment of travel.

Administrative/Support

There are many programs, departments and offices throughout VA that need dedicated administrators and support staff to keep them running smoothly.

Administrative and support staff professionals manage property and vehicles, help new employees get their badges, organize volunteers, provide office support and much more.

Business/Management

Any large organization needs employees with backgrounds in business and management. Work as a management or program analyst and make sure that programs are appropriately planned and monitored, improve the efficiency of our offices, and perform analysis and evaluation.

Contracting

If you have strong organizational skills and attention to detail, you might consider a career as a contract specialist.

Negotiate contractual agreements with vendors, suppliers, and contracts on behalf of VA. You’ll draft contracts, accept bids, negotiate pricing, and cancel or modify contracts to make sure we’re getting the materials and services we need at the best price.

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