68W Health Care Specialist

About the Role

As a Health Care Specialist in the Army National Guard, you will serve as the first line of defense against injury and illness for civilians after natural disasters and for Soldiers. You will provide expert caretaker services on and off the battlefield.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties.
• Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment.
• Instruct Soldiers on Combat Lifesaver/First Responder training courses.
• Manage Soldiers’ medical readiness, medical supplies, and equipment.

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

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements
• Certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians at the EMT level or higher is required.

Training

• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 16 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), including patient care practice.

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable