68W Health Care Specialist
Company: National Guard
Location: Hagerstown
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Be the first line of defense against injury and
illness of civilians after natural disasters, and the Soldiers who
serve and protect our Nation every day. As a Health Care Specialist
in the Army National Guard, you will experience a fulfilling role
as an expert caretaker on and off the battlefield. You will address
the health care needs of civilians after natural disasters or civil
emergencies; treat injuries and illnesses suffered by Soldiers
through the administration of immediate emergency care and ongoing
care; and support and manage medical readiness, supplies, and
equipment. Job Duties
Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield
casualties
Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment
Instruct Soldiers on Combat Lifesaver/First Responder training
course
Manage Soldiers' medical readiness, medical supplies, and equipment
Some of the Skills You'll Learn
Patient care techniques
Advanced medical care
Plaster casting techniques Helpful Skills
Enjoy helping and caring for others
Ability to communicate effectively and work under stressful
conditions
Interest in chemistry, biology, psychology, general science, and
algebra
Strong attention to detail Through your training, you will develop
the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with civilian
hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, or rehabilitation centers. You
may also consider a career as an emergency medical technician,
medical assistant, a medication aide, or physician's assistant.
Soldiers in this MOS must also obtain certification from the
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians at the EMT level
or higher. Earn While You Learn
Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the
Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while
earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
Job training for Health Care Specialists requires 10 weeks of Basic
Training, where you'll learn fundamental Soldiering skills, and 16
weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which includes
practice in patient care. The duration of your AIT depends on the
area of specialization you choose. Part of AIT is spent in the
classroom and part in the field. Benefits/Requirements Benefits
Requirements
ZIP Code: 21740
Job Category: Medical
Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 medic EMT
emergency medical technician paramedic
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