68G Patient Administration Specialist

Job Description It takes a highly organized and efficient professional to manage day‑to‑day operations in military medical facilities. As a Patient Administration Specialist for the Army National Guard, you will supervise and perform administrative duties to maintain accurate records and manage hospital operations, so patients can receive proper care. Responsibilities Compile data and prepare required statistical reports. Initiate correspondence pertaining to medical records, medical board proceedings, line of duty investigations, and other records and reports related to patient administration. Apply knowledge of medical terminology as it applies to anatomy and physiology. Schedule office visits and keep patient records organized and up to date. Skills You'll Learn English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Typing and clerical skills. Setting up and maintaining filing and publication systems. Preparing forms and correspondence in military style. Helpful Skills Ability to keep organized and accurate records. Interest in English, mathematics, business administration, and typing. Preference for administrative work. Training and Compensation Through training, you will develop the skills and experience to pursue a civilian career as a clerk, typist, secretary, general office clerk, administrative assistant, or office manager. With additional study, you may qualify for certification with the American Medical Technologists as a registered medical assistant. Instead of paying to learn these skills, you will get paid to train. The Army National Guard provides a regular paycheck and tuition assistance. Patient Administration Specialist training consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you learn basic Soldiering skills, and 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Training includes both classroom and field work. 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 for existing loans). Health care benefits available. VA home loans. Bonuses, if applicable. Most non‑prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change. Requirements 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr