Jobs and careers

Build your career with us at the Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System where 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.

Apply for a job at Eastern Oklahoma VA 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 to applying for 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 our current openings, and visit the VA careers page to learn 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.

VA is hiring

Now is an exciting time to become a nurse with Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System. For more information, please call our nurse recruiter at 888-397-8387, ext. 73689 .

Employee benefits

Working for the Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System includes many benefits:

Vacation and sick pay
10 paid federal holidays
Health and life insurance plans
Retirement plan
Flexible spending accounts

Benefits may differ based on the job opportunity.

Learn more about VA benefits for new and prospective employees

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 GS-11.

How to apply

You can apply through the VRA program 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

Send your resume and required forms to the Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center Human Resources Office.

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

Contact us

Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center
Human Resources Office
1011 Honor Heights Drive
Muskogee, OK 74401-1318
Phone: 888-397-8387, ext. 73600
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT

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.