Medic

U.S. Army
Chesapeake, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/16/2024 CLOSED ON 11/26/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medic position at U.S. Army?

As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.

You'll serve as a first responder and triage illnesses and injuries to save lives. You'll also train other Soldiers in lifesaver / first responder courses.

General Qualifications :

  • Must have an interest in joining the Army.
  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
  • Healthy and in good physical condition.
  • In good moral standing with no felony-level offenses.
  • Must be able to meet height / weight standards.
  • No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service.
  • No tattoos on the hands, neck, or face.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 10 weeks of Basic Training

CERTIFICATIONS

57 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available

SKILLS YOU’LL LEARN

  • Emergency Medical Care
  • Patient Care
  • Instructing & Training

Compensation :

  • Up to $20,000 enlistment bonuses.
  • Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits
  • 30 days vacation with pay per year
  • Additional living expenses for those who have dependents
  • Clothing and food allowance
  • Centrally located Education and Financial Advisors
  • Travel

Education :

The Post-9 / 11 GI Bill

The most popular GI Bill program, the Post-9 / 11 GI Bill provides up to full college tuition, as well as money for housing and books.

Paid directly to the school, the program covers up to full tuition for public, in-state schools and up to $25,000 per year at private or foreign schools, depending on your length of service.

The Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty

This option uses a combination of your own paycheck contributions and government funding to help pay for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months.

Unlike the Post-9 / 11 GI Bill, benefit payments will be made directly to you.

The Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve

This program helps members of the Army Reserve and Army National Guard pay for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months, in return for a six-year service commitment.

These benefits must be used while you are serving and end when you stop serving.

In addition to college and university tuition, all GI Bill programs cover training and certifications including :

  • Online schooling and correspondence courses
  • Part-time schooling
  • Entrepreneurship training for those interested in starting a small business
  • Flight school
  • Licensing and certification courses
  • Vocational training and trade schools
  • National testing
  • On-the-job training
  • Tutorial assistance

Apply now and within 24-48 hours, you will receive an email / text from our Army virtual recruiting station.

Thank you!

Last updated : 2024-11-16

Salary : $26,840 - $30,500

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