Medical Assistant

U.S. Navy; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A branch of the military is seeking a Hospital Corpsman to provide essential medical care and support to Navy personnel. Candidates will perform emergency treatments, assist in surgeries, and maintain patient records. This role offers competitive pay, free health insurance, and educational opportunities including tuition assistance. Ideal for those 17 and older with a high school diploma.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free health insurance

Free housing

Retirement plan

Paid training

College credit

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or equivalent.
• 17 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency medical treatment on military personnel.
• Assist in a variety of medical fields including surgery and family medicine.
• Maintain patient treatment records and conduct research.

Skills

Medical treatment

Emergency response

Patient care

Clinical skills

Education

High school graduate 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

From the day you start, youll receive :

• 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 bachelors 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

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.

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 world and 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.

Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.

Job Industries

• Government & Military