Latest "VA staff" stories

VA hopes to end mandatory overtime for its claims processors

Staffers have been required to work up to 4 hours a week, or more than two extra days each month, to clear backlogged and overdue disability claims.

By Leo Shane III

3 days ago

Rising veteran disability claims could burn out VA staff

The Veterans Benefits Administration is on pace to set a new record this year for processing disability cases.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

VA plans ‘onboarding surge’ in November to clear backlog of new hires

The event will bring together hiring managers and senior medical center staff to find ways to improve the process.

By Leo Shane III

7 months ago

Stress over VA’s new health records is causing staffers to leave

VA leaders expressed major concerns about where the records modernization project currently stands.

By Leo Shane III

8 months ago

VA leaders failing to report problematic physicians to state authorities

A watchdog warned the lack of reporting by department officials could leave the public at risk.

By Leo Shane III

13 months ago

Veterans Affairs eyes relaxed hiring rules as staff turnover slowly worsens

New authorities given to VA hiring officials during the pandemic are set to expire soon.

By Leo Shane III

14 months ago

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