68W Health Care Specialist

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. Responsibilities 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. Skills You’ll Learn Patient care techniques. Advanced medical care. Plaster casting techniques. Additional 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. Training & Compensation Through your training, you will develop skills and experience for a civilian career in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, or rehabilitation centers. You may also consider careers as an emergency medical technician, medical assistant, 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. The Army National Guard provides paid training, a regular paycheck, and tuition assistance. Health Care Specialist training includes 10 weeks of Basic Training and 16 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), with duration depending on specialization. Part of AIT is classroom and part in the field. Benefits Paid training. Monthly paycheck. Montgomery GI Bill. Federal and State tuition assistance. Retirement benefits for part‑time service. Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000). 401(k)-type savings plan. Student loan repayment program (up to $50,000). Health care benefits. VA home loans. Bonuses, if applicable. 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. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability. #J-18808-Ljbffr