The VATVCBHCS is an innovative and dynamic ambulatory health care system offering core services in Primary Care, Geriatrics and Mental Health as well as Specialty Medicine, Pain Management, Surgical Services, Radiology, Dental, Pharmacy, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Womens Health and Urgent Care. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidates abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.