Medical Assistant

U.S. Navy; Marne (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A branch of the U.S. Armed Forces seeks a Hospital Corpsman. You'll perform medical care for Navy personnel and families, including emergency treatments, dental care, and assist in various medical fields. This role offers unique work environments, potential bonuses, and extensive education opportunities. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and must be U.S. citizens aged 17 or older. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and college credit.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Free health insurance

Free housing

Retirement plan

Paid training

College credit

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or equivalent.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 17 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency medical treatment on military personnel.
• Conduct physical examinations and assist in treatment.
• Help administer preventive care and medications.

Skills

Emergency medical treatment

Dental treatment

Surgical assistance

Patient record maintenance

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34

The Navy relies on exceptional medical personnel to keep our servicemen and women healthy. As a Hospital Corpsman, youll get to try your hand at just about everything while making a huge difference for the Sailors you serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Hospital Corpsmen (HM) assist health care professionals in providing medical care to Navy personnel and their families. They may function as clinical or specialty technicians, medical administrative personnel and healthcare providers at medical treatment facilities. Specifically, Hospital Corpsmen may be called upon to:

• Perform emergency medical treatment on SEALs, Seabees, Marines and other military personnel injured in the field, as well as on Sailors aboard ships or aircraft
• Perform emergency dental treatment as well as construct dental crowns and bridges, process dental X-rays and operate X-ray equipment
• Serve as an operating room technician for general and specialized surgery
• Help administer a wide range of preventive care and medications, including immunizations and intravenous fluids
• Conduct physical examinations and assisting in the treatment of diseases and injuries
• Maintain patient treatment records, conduct research and perform clinical tests
• Assist Navy Physicians and Nurses in a variety of medical fields, including, but not limited to: radiology, physical therapy, phlebotomy, dental, surgery, family medicine, pathology, womens health and more

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment
• Free health insurance
• Free housing
• A retirement plan
• Paid training
• College credit

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

• Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
• Post-9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition
• Professional credentials and certifications
• College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on Education

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. citizen or equivalent
• High school graduate or equivalent
• 17 years of age or older

WORK ENVIRONMENT

As a Hospital Corpsman, you have the most diverse range of work environments available in the Navy. Your job will likely take you all over the worldand far out of your comfort zone. As a Hospital Corpsman, you could be assigned to a Navy medical treatment facility, like an on-base hospital or clinic. You could also work on an aircraft carrier in the middle of the ocean or a submarine in the depths of the sea.

PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES

Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Hospital Corpsmen in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.

Job Industries

• Government & Military