Jobs and careers
Build your career with us at the VA Tampa 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 the VA Tampa 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 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.
VISN 8 is hiring
Now is an exciting time to become a nurse in one of our expanding programs or facilities. If you’re a nursing professional interested in working for the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital or elsewhere in VA Tampa health care, contact our nurse recruiter at 813-972-7559 or contact our Human Resources office at 813-972-7584.
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 required if you’re a federal employee requesting a transfer or reassignment, or if you’re 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.
- 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)
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 Tampa, Florida.
Contact us
James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital
Human Resources
Building 41
13000 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33612-4745
Map of Tampa campus
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
Phone: 813-972-7584