Medical Support
Company: Navy
Location: Severn
Posted on: May 6, 2022
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Job Description:
ABOUT Medical emergencies happen and we need people who can take
charge when they do. Whether you're in a hospital or clinical
setting, on a ship or submarine, or out in the field alongside
fellow Sailors or Marines, you will use advanced medical training
to save lives. The bravest fighters in the world put their lives in
your hands. And it's your job to ensure they have the care they
need.
RESPONSIBILITIES Hospital Corpsmen (HM) Perform emergency medical
treatment on SEALs, Seabees, Marines and other military personnel
injured in the field 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 Maintain patient treatment records, conduct
research and perform clinical tests Hospital Corpsman Advanced
Technical Field (HM-ATF) Those in the Hospital Corpsman Advanced
Technical Field go beyond the duties of Hospital Corpsmen, working
in austere and challenging environments while saving lives. Each of
the three classifications has its own responsibilities:
SPECIAL AMPHIBIOUS RECONNAISSANCE CORPSMAN (SARC)
Provide advanced medical care and operational services for Marine
Reconnaissance, USMC Special Operations Forces and Special
Operations Command personnel Engage as a team member in direct
action, special reconnaissance, foreign internal defense, irregular
and unconventional warfare SEARCH AND RESCUE MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
(SMT)
Rescue patients and deliver emergency care from the back of a
helicopter Perform aircrew duties and En Route Care (ERC) for
routine illness and emergent patients Support Search and Rescue
(SAR), tactical evacuation (TECEVAC), Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC),
casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and Combat Search & Rescue (CSAR) for
Navy and Marine Corps Aviation DEEP SEA DIVING MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
(DMT)
Provide basic medicine and assist medical officers in prevention
and treatment of diving related illnesses, injuries associated with
deep sea diving and hyperbaric conditions Operate, test and repair
all USN diving equipment Perform underwater inspections,
harbor/port/ship security inspections, conduct ordnance searches,
rescue personnel, engage in special warfare and small boat
operations Operate Swimmer Delivery Vehicle Dry-Deck Shelter system
and submarine Lock-in/Lock-out systems WORK ENVIRONMENT In medical
support, you have the most diverse range of work environments in
the Navy. Your job will likely take you all over the world-and far
out of your comfort zone.
Hospital Corpsman (HM) 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.
You will work alongside Navy nurses and other medical professionals
to be trained as a skilled first responder, whether your skills are
needed bedside or in the field.
Hospital Corpsman Advanced Technical Field (HM-ATF) If you choose
to go the Hospital Corpsman Advanced Technical Field route, you
will work in extreme and sometimes dangerous conditions. From deep
sea diving to combat missions to flying up in MH-60 Romeo
helicopters, you will train outside the realm of conventional
military forces to prepare for any mission. You may work
independent of a physician or under supervision in this
program.
TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT Hospital Corpsman (HM) After you attend Boot
Camp, you'll report to Fort Sam Houston, TX to attend "A" school
for 14 weeks. Here, you'll develop a working knowledge of basic
principles and techniques of patient care and first aid procedures
in preparation for your first assignment. Throughout your career,
you'll have ample opportunity to gain advanced medical skills from
radiology, to physical therapy, to dental care, to heart surgery.
These skills will be necessary to maintain the physical health, and
on occasion, save the lives of Sailors and Marines across the
fleet. You could even deploy overseas with the Marines as a Fleet
Marine Force Corpsman, which requires specialty training.
Hospital Corpsman Advanced Technical Field (HM-ATF) After Boot
Camp, you'll report to Fort Sam Houston, TX to attend "A" school
for 14 weeks. Here, you'll develop a working knowledge of basic
principles and techniques of patient care and first aid procedures.
After Corpsman "A" School, HM-ATF candidates track to one of three
advanced training paths:
SPECIAL AMPHIBIOUS RECONNAISSANCE CORPSMAN PIPELINE (121 WEEKS
LONG)
Areas of training include but are not limited to basic
reconnaissance, airborne operations, combatant diving, demolitions,
clinical diagnostics, advanced paramedical skills, Advanced Cardiac
Life Support (ACLS), basic surgical anesthesia, basic veterinary
medicine and basic dental exams
SEARCH AND RESCUE MEDICAL TECH PIPELINE (27 WEEKS LONG)
Areas of training include but are not limited to advanced fluid
resuscitation, administration and management of Advanced Life
Support medications, use of emergency medical equipment, rescue and
recovery devices and patient handling
MEDICAL DEEP SEA DIVING TECH PIPELINE (28 WEEKS LONG)
Areas of training include but are not limited to diving physics,
scuba and surface-supplied air diving, recognition and treatment of
diving related illnesses
Automatic promotion opportunities are available but are competitive
and based on completion of pipeline. It's also important to note
that specialized training received and work experience gained in
the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and
occupational opportunities in related fields.
Post-Service Opportunities
There's no better way to begin a successful career in healthcare
than by serving in the medical support division of America's Navy.
You'll receive training in everything from surgery to radiology,
physical therapy to respiratory medicine, and more. Beyond this,
you'll have many opportunities to get the hands-on experience and
credentials medical assistants require in the civilian world.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Beyond offering access to professional
credentials and certifications, Navy training in the field of
medical support can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor's
or associate degree through the American Council on Education. You
may continue your education through:
Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance Post-9/11 GI Bill
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS General qualifications may vary
depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've
served before or whether you've never served before. Any illegal
involvement with drugs may be disqualifying.
Hospital Corpsman (HM) To become a Hospital Corpsman you must have
U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma or equivalent, normal color
perception, vision correctable to 20/20 and meet eligibility
requirements for a security clearance.
Hospital Corpsman Advanced Technical Field (HM-ATF) If you go the
Hospital Corpsman Technical Field route, you must have U.S.
citizenship, a high school diploma or equivalent, normal color
perception, vision correctable to 20/20 and meet eligibility
requirements for a security clearance.
Additionally, you should:
Be 28 years or younger Agree to a minimum 6-year enlistment
obligation Undergo a Physical Screening Test (PST) and meet the
following minimum standards: Swim: 12:30 (1.5 miles) Sit-ups: 50
Push-ups: 50 Pull-ups: 10 Run: 10:30 (500 yd / 450m) Meet standards
for Student Naval Aviator (SNA) Have the intelligence, maturity and
ability to carry out the physical demands of combat while
simultaneously learning medical procedures and methodologies Have
good communication skills, writing and arithmetic ability, manual
dexterity and a good memory Have a sincere interest in providing
general health care Be resourceful, dependable and trustworthy
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