Medical Logistics Specialist (ENLISTMENT IN UNITED STATES ARMY)
THIS JOB HAS WORLDWIDE LOCATIONS
Overview
The medical logistics specialist is primarily responsible for receiving, storing, recording and issuing Army medical supplies.
Job Duties:
- Perform inventory and financial management procedures, including ordering, receiving and storing supplies
- Load, unload and move stock using equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks
- Perform quality control, property management and repair parts management
REQUIREMENTS:
To enlist in the Army/Army Reserve you must be:
- Between the Ages of 17-35
- U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED
- Clerical (CL): 90 on the ASVAB
- Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.
Training
Job training for a medical logistics specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in handling and storing stock.
Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
- Stock control and accounting procedures
- Procedures for shipping, receiving, storing and issuing stock
- Understanding the handling of medical and food supplies
Helpful Skills
- Interest in mathematics, bookkeeping, accounting, business administration and typing
- Ability to keep accurate records
- Enjoy physical work
- Interest in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment
Compensation
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.
Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs
You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.
Future Civilian Careers
The skills you’ll learn will help prepare you for a career as a stock control clerk, parts clerk or storekeeper with factories, repair shops, department stores, and government warehouses and stockrooms
PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program
Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.
- HCA
- Johns Hopkins Hospital/Health Systems
- NorthCrest Medical Center
- Cleveland Clinic
- Atlantic Health System
- Bell Ambulance, Inc.
- Prince William Health System
- Reliant Medical Group
- Yale-New Haven Hospital
- Baton Rouge General Medical Center