Vacancy Identification Number (VIN) 738152
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
The Orlando VA Medical Center , one of the Top 100 Companies for working families, previously integrated with the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, FL., was officially established effective October 1, 2006. The Orlando VA system currently includes a 120-bed NHCU, a 60-bed Domiciliary, and a large comprehensive, satellite outpatient clinic and CBOC systems. Active planning is ongoing for the new "Orlando VA Medical Center," with planned construction beginning in 2009. The Orlando VA system is located in East-Central Florida, a family-oriented area, with many local entertainment attractions/outdoor activities readily available. The Orlando VA Medical Center has been nominated for a Healthy Workplace Award and the city of Orlando was ranked 19th in the annual American College of Sports Medicine's American Fitness Index. Florida is recognized for its warm, sunny climate, beautiful beaches, abundant housing options, and no state income tax. The Orlando VA is associated with the University of Central Florida and other local community colleges, with active affiliations in allied health programs, such as Nursing, Pharmacy and Physical/Occupational Therapy.
Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., mental retardation (intellectual disabilities), severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more .
Every job at the VA impacts the Veterans that we serve. You can be part of that team, helping to make sure that our Veterans receive the top-quality care they deserve.