2026.02.15

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Staff Optometrist-Recruitment/Relocation Incentive-Education Debt Reduction Program position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

What’s the salary range for the Staff Optometrist position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $124,308 to $315,000.

Dr.Job

Is there any assistance for educational debt for this role?

Ms.Smith

Yes, this position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), which helps with student loan payments. You’ll need to apply within four months of your appointment.

Dr.Job

Can I apply for the EDRP if I’ve participated in it before?

Ms.Smith

Unfortunately, if you’ve been a participant in the EDRP before, you’re not eligible to apply again.

Dr.Job

What are the basic educational requirements for this position?

Ms.Smith

You need to have a Doctor of Optometry degree from a school approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and it must be from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education.

Dr.Job

Do I need a license to practice optometry for this job?

Ms.Smith

Yes, you’ll need a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice optometry, and you must maintain registration in the state where you’re licensed.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith