Company Profile

Defense Health Agency

Company Overview

Practice alongside other civilian and military health care professionals at locations across the U.S. and around the world and experience the unique professional opportunities and benefits that can be found with the Defense Health Agency.

The U.S. Defense Health Agency (DHA) is comprised of civilian health care professionals employed by the U.S. Government. DHA employees serve our country by caring for military service members but are not subject to military requirements such as "boot camp," military uniforms, or deployment.

Benefits

Defense Health Agency (DHA) employees experience satisfying careers while enjoying the freedom of flexible work schedules and opportunities to grow professionally. Learn more about how you can benefit from a civilian career at DHA.

Salaries
-Competitive salaries with annual pay adjustments
-Eligibility for recruitment, retention, and relocation bonuses
-Tenure eligibility after three years
-3-tier retirement savings plan with contributions matched 100% by your employer up to 5%

Career Growth
-Eligibility for paid, on-the-job training
-Tuition reimbursement
-Patient case diversity
-State-of-the-art medical facilities
-Positions in more than 500 facilities nationwide
-Advancement through global assignments and relocation

Health Insurance
-Extensive health, dental, and vision insurance options
-Health care costs shared with employer
-Flexible spending accounts to cover dependent and health care expenses
-Largest group long-term care insurance program in the country
-Eligibility for Medicare

Additional Perks and Incentives
-10 paid holidays during the calendar year
-13 to 26 days of vacation annually that carry over each year up to 240 hours
-13 days of accruable sick leave each year
-Travel discounts and access to vacation resorts
-Free gym memberships
-Child and elder care resources
-Employee assistance and child care support programs
-Adoption information and incentives programs

Positions Available
  • 3 days ago

    Practical Nurse GS-0620-06

    Defense Health Agency - Fort Polk, LA, United States

    Living in Leesville, LA is a wonderful experience. This small city of about 6,000 people offers a unique rural charm and plenty of outdoor activities to explore. Residents can enjoy the nearby lakes and woods for fishing, camping, hiking, and all other sorts of outdoor adventures. The city also boasts numerous attractions such as the local museum, library, and performance venues, providing the community with a variety of cultural activities to take part in. There is also a wide selection of ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Practical Nurse (Family Medicine)

    Defense Health Agency - Hunstville, AL, United States

    This position is located at Fox Army Health Clinic, Redstone Arsenal, Hunstville, AL. Fox Army Health Center (FAHC) provides access to quality and cost-effective primary care for patients while maintaining a state of readiness for mobilization. The mission of the health center is Provide responsive, innovative and reliable health services, influencing health to improve readiness, save lives and advance wellness in support of the force, military Families, and all those entrusted to our care. ...

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