VA Hospital Locum Tenens Jobs

Join AIMS Locum Tenens for positions at 170+ VA Medical Centers nationwide. Competitive compensation, mission-focused veteran care, and comprehensive support for physicians, nurses, and allied health providers.

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VA Medical Centers Nationwide

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) operates 170+ medical centers across the United States, serving 9+ million veterans. VA facilities are major healthcare employers with diverse clinical needs and consistent demand for locum tenens providers across all specialties.

VA Medical Centers

Major regional VAMCs with full-service inpatient/outpatient capabilities. Serving diverse veteran populations. Strong demand for all provider types.

VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs)

Smaller facilities providing primary care and specialty services to veterans in rural/underserved areas. Unique opportunities for community-focused providers.

Specialty VA Centers

Regional specialty centers (oncology, cardiac, neuro) serving entire VISN regions. Higher acuity placements for experienced providers.

VA Residential Care Facilities

Long-term care, hospice, and skilled nursing services. Growing opportunity for nursing and allied health professionals.

VAAR Compliance & Title 38 Credentialing

Veterans Affairs Regulations (VAAR)

VA credentialing follows federal VAAR requirements, which are more rigorous than civilian hospital credentialing. Primary source verification, background investigation, and specialist review are mandatory. AIMS manages the entire VAAR compliance process.

Title 38 Provider Requirements

VA providers operate under federal Title 38 authority. Physicians must be board-certified or board-eligible. Nurses must hold current licensure. Advanced practice providers need appropriate national certification. AIMS ensures your credentials align with Title 38 requirements.

VA Compensation Structure

VA pays through federal salary schedules or non-appropriated fund (NAF) contracts. Compensation is competitive with government standards. Housing allowances, health insurance, and travel reimbursement are included for most assignments.

Specialties in Demand at VA Facilities

Physicians

Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Orthopedic Surgery, Neurology, Gastroenterology. VA facilities have large patient volumes and strong demand for experienced physicians across all specialties.

Nursing

ICU, ED, Med-Surg, Behavioral Health, Telehealth Nursing. VA facilities operate large nursing departments with consistent staffing needs. Many nurses pursue long-term VA contracts after successful locum assignments.

Allied Health

Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Laboratory Technicians, Radiology Technicians. VA rehabilitation services and diagnostic imaging departments maintain strong recruitment efforts.

Advantages of VA Locum Tenens Work

Mission-Focused Care

Serving veterans builds meaningful professional relationships. Many providers find VA work deeply rewarding, knowing their efforts directly support those who served the nation.

Veteran-Centric Medicine

VA providers understand service-related conditions, PTSD, agent orange-related diseases, and military trauma. Specialized clinical knowledge unique to VA practice.

Stable Employment Path

Many VA locum assignments convert to permanent positions. If you perform well, VA facilities often offer federal employment opportunities with benefits and job security.

Comprehensive Credentials

AIMS handles all VAAR and Title 38 compliance. You focus on clinical work while we manage bureaucracy and credentialing details.

How to Secure a VA Locum Tenens Position

1. Consultation

Contact AIMS' VA staffing team. Discuss your specialty, experience, geographic preferences, and career goals.

2. Documentation

Submit resume, licensure, board certification, and training verification. AIMS reviews VAAR compliance requirements with you.

3. VA Credentialing

AIMS submits complete package to VAMC. Expect 6–8 weeks for VAAR verification and background investigation.

4. Assignment Begins

Once cleared, you start your VA placement with full AIMS support and VA human resources coordination.

Ready to Serve Veterans?

Join AIMS Locum Tenens for rewarding work at VA Medical Centers nationwide. Competitive compensation, meaningful clinical work, and full support.

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