Mental health clinicians at the US Department of Veterans Affairs are expressing panic and uncertainty as they prepare for a mandatory return to office work by May 5. Many workers, fearing job repercussions, shared their concerns anonymously about the lack of clear directives. Issues arise from the VA's previous hiring of telehealth clinicians who now face practical challenges, including inadequate office space and potential privacy violations during patient sessions. The unrest follows a leaked memo about significant staff cuts, raising concerns over job security and impacts on patient care.
For many telehealth clinicians within the VA, the return-to-office mandate prompts severe anxiety about privacy and confidentiality issues, leading to fears of diminished patient care.
VA therapists express that clarity in the return-to-office policies remains elusive, resulting in heightened stress as they prepare for changes with little information on job security.
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