How hard is it to get a job at the VA hospital?

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ebonyroche
ebonyroche Posts: 675 Member
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I have an Assoc degree in Health Information Technology. I have not been ceritfied as RHIT but plan to do so this year. I do not have healthcare setting experience besides my practicum/internship. I believe I am qualified for at least a grade 5 since I have office experience and education. What do I have to do, kill someone?! Not serious but seriously.

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  • mrsmark2010
    mrsmark2010 Posts: 220
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    it can take forever. I transferred from one va to another and it took 9 months! Submit application, wait 3 months for interview then it took 6 months for the two to coordinate my move date. patience is key!

    Oh, and good luck!
  • katellanova
    katellanova Posts: 204 Member
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    Are you a veteran? If no, almost impossible now.
  • grantdumas7
    grantdumas7 Posts: 802 Member
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    It's even hard for veterans with experience in the healthcare field to get jobs at a VA hospital. From what I heard, the VA is know as the "good ole boys". So you almost have to know someone to get in.
  • alychil820
    alychil820 Posts: 219 Member
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    The VA here is always hiring, at least for nurses. Why VA? You could apply to other hospitals too, and then try and transfer if you want. Experience always looks good.

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