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Build your career with us at the VA Erie Healthcare System. Working with us is much more than a career. It’s a way to show your passion for serving Veterans.
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Build your career with us at the VA Erie Healthcare System. You’ll become part of the nation’s largest health care team, earn great benefits, and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Working with us is much more than a career. It’s a way to show your passion for serving Veterans.
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Apply for a job at the VA Erie Healthcare System

When you’re ready to apply, just follow the “How to Apply” and “Required Documents” instructions in each job announcement. They’re your primary guide for responding to our openings. Except for a few health care jobs, most positions require online applications. So, it’s important to fully complete the online application process to receive your email confirmation. If you need help or have questions, please call or email the person listed in the “Agency Contact Information” section near the bottom of the announcement.

Now is an exciting time to become a nurse with Erie health care’s expanding programs and facilities. For more information, please call our human resources office at 814-860-2433. 

You can visit USAJOBS to see all our current openings, and visit the VA careers page to learn more about the application process. Pay close attention to the additional forms needed if you’re a federal employee requesting a transfer or reassignment or seeking Veterans’ preference.

Applications and forms

Applying for a job can be confusing. Let us help you. 

We have different application forms depending on the position you’re interested in. Here are some commonly used forms to help you get started. 

Apply for a job through Veteran Recruitment Appointment 

Veteran Recruitment Appointment (VRA) lets us hire eligible Veterans without competition to positions at any pay level through GS-11. The GS-11 pay grade is typically for mid-level positions held by civilian government employees.

How to apply through VRA

Submit your resume and supporting documents by email, fax, or mail to:

Email: visn04recruitment@va.gov
Fax: 814-860-2211
Mail:
VA Erie Healthcare System
Human Resources
135 East 38th St. Blvd.
Erie, PA 16504

What to include

  • Your resume
  • A copy of your DD-214 military discharge paperwork
  • SF-15, if you’re claiming 10-point preference for a service-connected disability
  • VA disability letter, if you have a service-connected disability. 

Learn more about eligibility and requirements for Veteran Recruitment Appointment

Explore VA careers

Visit the VA careers page to easily find VA jobs entering a location or keywords.

You also can check out USAJOBS  to see current VA openings in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Contact us

Our human resources department is located at:

135 East 38th St. Blvd. 
Erie, PA 16504

Phone: 814-860-2433