Veterans Affairs Plans Major Healthcare Workforce Reduction

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs intends to cut up to 35,000 health care roles, primarily unfulfilled positions, reducing the workforce to approximately 372,000. This follows a previous cut of 30,000 jobs in July, aiming for a 10% reduction from last year.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is poised to eliminate up to 35,000 healthcare positions, primarily unfilled, according to internal communications obtained by the Washington Post. The move aims to trim the department's workforce to around 372,000, marking a significant 10% reduction from the previous fiscal year.

Despite the Washington Post's findings, Reuters could not independently verify the report. The cuts, which include roles for doctors, nurses, and support staff, build on a prior reduction of approximately 30,000 positions made in July. This recent decision aligns with the agency's broader strategy to enhance efficiency within its healthcare operations.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has remained silent on the specifics of the workforce reduction plan, abstaining from providing immediate comments when approached by Reuters. This continues a trend of significant staff adjustments within the department as it endeavors to streamline operations while tackling budgetary constraints.