Jobs and careers
Build your career with us at the Montana VA Healthcare System! You’ll become part of the nation’s largest health care team, earn great benefits, and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. We want to help you develop your unique talents as you serve America’s Veterans.
Montana VA health care is hiring!
Now is an exciting time to become a nurse with Montana VA health care! You will support the physical, psychological, and spiritual health of our Veterans. For more information, please, call our nurse recruiter line at 406-447-7867.
MENTAL HEALTH RECRUITING VIDEOS for MONTANA VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM:
Montana VA Begins using Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program
VIDEO: Montana VA Launches BHIP model for Mental Health
Watch this video to see what being a Clinical Psychologist is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Become a Clinical Psychologist with the Montana VA
Watch this video to see what being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Did you know that you can be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the Montana VA?
Watch this video to see what being a Psychiatrist is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: You can be a Psychiatrist with the Montana VA
NURSE RECRUITING VIDEOS for MONTANA VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM:
Watch this video to see what being a Licensed Practical Nurse is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Bobby Hawkins, LPN, describes being a nurse for the Montana VA
Watch this video to see what being a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Dan Mattson, CRNA, describes being a Veteran and CRNA for Montana VA
Watch this video to see what being a Registered Nurse and Nurse Manager is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Darci Hatheway, RN, describes being an RN for 25 years with the Montana VA
Watch this video to see what being a Licensed Practical Nurse is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Heather Hawkins, LPN, describes being an LPN for the Montana VA
Watch this video to see what being a Registered Nurse is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Jeff Hall, RN, describes being a Veteran and RN with the Montana VA
Watch this video to see what being a Registered Nurse is like at the Montana VA:
VIDEO: Seth Bruton, RN, describes being an RN with the Montana VA
VA BENEFITS
Click the video below to learn more about the benefits of being a VA employee
RETIREMENT
The VA has a robust retirement plan. Learn more by watching the video below:
VIDEO See and hear more about what a VA retirement plan looks like!
Explore Montana VA careers
Joining the amazing Montana VA Health Care System team is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
While the hiring process can be lengthy and intricate at times, it is worth it!
As a Montana VA employee, you get:
- Good pay (with regular pay increases.)
- Reliable work schedules (your family can count on.)
- A robust retirement (because you'll never want another job!)
- Amazing, dedicated coworkers (who are just as passionate as you.)
- To live in Montana (one of the most beautiful and biodiverse places in the U.S.)
- And, best of all -- Pride! (because you'll be serving the greatest patients in the world, Montana Veterans!)
Visit the VA careers page to easily find VA jobs by entering locations or keywords. You can also check out VA career sources like, LinkedIn, Indeed and USAJOBS to see current openings in Montana VA Healthcare System.
Apply for a job through Veterans Recruitment Appointment
Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) provides a special hiring path for eligible Veterans. This job preference means you can be hired faster than if you applied through the federal competitive employment process. You can apply for an unlimited number of unadvertised jobs with salary levels up to a GS-11.
How to apply
You can apply if you:
- Served during a war or have a campaign badge or
- Are a disabled Veteran or
- Have an Armed Forces Service Medal or Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and
- Received an honorable or general discharge within the last 3 years
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
Send your resume and required forms to the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center Human Resources Department.
Learn more about non-competitive special hiring programs for Veterans
Contact us
Fort Harrison VA Medical Center
Human Resources Management Services
3687 Veterans Drive
Building 141
Fort Harrison, MT 59636
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., MT
Phone: 406-447-7933
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.
- Application for Physicians, Dentists, Podiatrists, Optometrists, and Chiropractors (PDF)
- Application for Advanced Practice Nurse, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner, and Registered Nurse (PDF)
- Application for Associated Health Occupations (PDF)
- Application for Health Professions Trainees (PDF)
- Declaration for Federal Employment form (PDF)
- Application for 10-point Veterans Preference (PDF)
Apply for a job with Montana VA health care
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. It’s important to complete the entire online application 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, 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.
Montana VA health care is hiring!
Now is an exciting time to become a nurse with Montana VA health care, where we support the physical, psychological, and spiritual health of our Veterans. For more information, please call our nurse recruiter at 406-447-7867.
Explore VA careers
Visit the VA careers page to easily find VA jobs by entering locations or keywords.
Check out USAJOBS to see current openings in Montana VA Healthcare System.
Apply for a job through Veterans Recruitment Appointment
Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) provides a special hiring path for eligible Veterans. This job preference means you can be hired faster than if you applied through the federal competitive employment process. You can apply for an unlimited number of unadvertised jobs with salary levels up to a GS-11.
How to apply
You can apply if you:
- Served during a war or have a campaign badge or
- Are a disabled Veteran or
- Have an Armed Forces Service Medal or Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and
- Received an honorable or general discharge within the last 3 years
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
Send your resume and required forms to the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center Human Resources Department.
Learn more about non-competitive special hiring programs for Veterans
Contact us
Fort Harrison VA Medical Center
Human Resources Management Services
3687 Veterans Drive
Building 141
Fort Harrison, MT 59636
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., MT
Phone: 406-447-7933