UVA Health Plan Ombudsman
The UVA Health Plan Ombudsman (not to be confused with University Ombuds) makes health plan information available and understandable for UVA employees.
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We promise to proactively keep our community informed while always listening to concerns and questions. UVA HR strives to promptly address every question, provide opportunity for direct input, and inform service decisions with you in mind.
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The UVA Health Plan Ombudsman (not to be confused with University Ombuds) makes health plan information available and understandable for UVA employees.
As a current employee, you have up to 3 health plan options (depending on your employee type) - Basic, Value, or Choice Health - to meet your and your family's needs.
Benefits-eligible employees have access to affordable, temporary care for themselves or for loved ones of any age, for situations caused by illness, school closures, and more.
UVA is committed to balancing the demands of your workplace, your individual needs, and the needs of your family.
Execute a Moving Agreement and process reimbursement requests to help your new employees and their families transition to the Charlottesville area with ease.
Get trained and access the tools you need to manage pay for full- and part-time employees.
Receive assistance with posting student wage and federal work-study positions in Handshake, as well as posting all wage roles, filling short-term academic work assignments, and more.
Hire a temporary employee to address department workload fluctuations, and answer unexpected or temporary demands, such as seasonal or peak periods.
Get to know your new community! Learn more about our institution, missions, and traditions. You can also find information about Moving & Relocating, such as public school information, and Dual Career resources for faculty and staff spouses and partners.
Every employee has different dental needs, whether basic cleanings and checkups , or covered dependents ready for braces.
As a new employee, you have 30 days to decide which health plan suits you best. Learn more about eligibility and the three plans available to you.
To meet your vision coverage needs, UVA offers two ways to save on eyecare. The first benefit is the Aetna Vision Discount Program, which is automatically included for participants in the UVA Health Plan.
Get to know your new community! Learn more about our institution, missions, and traditions. You can also find information about Moving & Relocating, and Dual Career resources for faculty and staff spouses and partners.
There's a lot to consider as a prospective candidate. Learn about UVA's Moving Agreements which can help our new employees get settled with ease.
From amazing food to exciting startups to unrivaled scenic beauty, Charlottesville has a lot to offer.
As a temporary employee you can showcase your talents and learn more about working at the University. You may even receive an offer for a regular position which comes with excellent job security and benefits.
Depending on your employment status, you may have the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), or Medical Center Retirement Program (MCRP).
If you (and your dependents) are not yet eligible for Medicare, you may enroll in a UVA Health Plan. Explore your coverage options.
Determine if you are eligible for retirement, and when to contact HR and your retirement providers.
Join the Retiree Health Benefits Program even if you were not enrolled in the UVA Health Plan.