Medical Assistant/Technician (Healthcare Support Specialist)

Job Title: Medical Assistant/Technician (Healthcare Support Specialist)

Overview: As a Healthcare Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in assisting healthcare professionals by providing medical and dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain broad clinical, technical, and operational experience across various settings, including clinics, hospitals, ships, and field units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform emergency medical treatment for personnel, including critical support for specialized units.
• Provide essential dental care and process dental X-rays.
• Act as an operating room technician and assist in surgical procedures.
• Administer preventive care and medications, including immunizations and IV therapy.
• Conduct physical examinations and assist in diagnosing and treating various medical conditions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and perform clinical tests.
• Support physicians and nurses across a wide range of specialties.

What to Expect: This role involves hands-on patient care with shift work and potential on-call duties. You will engage in field training and deployments with Marine and expeditionary units, as well as work aboard ships. Continuous certification in areas such as basic life support and trauma care is required, emphasizing teamwork and readiness.

Work Environment: Expect assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, and in both garrison and field environments. Your work settings may vary from exam rooms to operating rooms and emergency departments, requiring close collaboration with medical teams and joint or coalition partners.

Pathways, Training & Advancement: The journey begins with Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School in Texas and multiple advanced training opportunities leading to specialized Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas like preventive medicine and surgical technology. Ongoing professional development is encouraged through leadership courses.

Qualifications: All candidates must meet general enlistment standards, including U.S. citizenship and eligibility requirements. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with specific medical and physical fitness standards. An interest in healthcare and a willingness to work in challenging environments are essential.

Education: Educational benefits are available, including opportunities through the Post-9/11 GI Bill and Navy College Program options based on your training and status.

Pay, Benefits & Service: Compensation, benefits, and service commitments adhere to Navy Active/Reserve policies, offering competitive pay, health coverage, and retirement options. Specific benefits depend on your program and years of service.

Incentives: Special bonuses and loan repayment options may be available periodically for this role. Verify current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter.

Notes: This description provides a general overview of duties and opportunities but does not guarantee specific training or assignments. Actual opportunities will depend on Navy needs and individual performance.