Jobs and careers
Build your career with us at VA Bedford Healthcare System, where you’ll become part of the nation’s largest health care team, earn great benefits, and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Working with us is more than a career. It’s a way to show your passion for serving Veterans. We want to help you develop your unique talents as you work to improve the lives of Veterans and their families.
Apply for a job at VA Bedford Healthcare System
When you’re ready to apply, just follow the “How to Apply” and “Required Documents” instructions in each job announcement on the USAJOBS website. They’re your primary guide for applying for 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.
You can visit USAJOBS to see all our current openings (use zip code 01730) and visit the VA careers page to learn more about the application process. Pay close attention to the additional forms required if you’re a federal employee requesting a transfer or reassignment, or if you’re seeking Veterans’ preference.
Nurse recruiting
Now is an exciting time to become a nurse with VA Bedford HCS. If you’re a nursing professional interested in working for VA Bedford Healthcare System, contact our Nurse Recruiter at 781-687-3948.
Check our events page for current recruiting fairs.
Applications and forms
We have different application forms depending on the position in which you’re interested. Here are some commonly used forms to help you get started.
- Download 10-2850 - Application for Physicians, Dentists, Podiatrists, Optometrists, and Chiropractors
- Download 10-2850A - Application for Advanced Practice Nurse, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner, and Registered Nurse
- Download 10-2850C - Application for Associated Health Occupations
- Download 10-2850D - Application for Health Professions Trainees
- Download OF-306 - Declaration for Federal Employment form
- Download SF 15 - Application for 10-point Veterans Preference
VA Bedford hiring toolkit
VA Bedford endeavors to address potential bias in the hiring process, increase the diversity of our workforce, and improve the quality of our hiring process. The toolkit linked below is an important piece of a larger strategy. This toolkit is designed to be used by all VA Bedford staff who are involved in the hiring process as well as prospective applicants who want to get familiar with our hiring process. The goal of developing this toolkit is to ensure consistent and transparent hiring practices within our health system.