Medical Support
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onEmbassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 191, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
About the Role
Hospital Corpsmen are the backbone of Navy medicine, providing essential medical and dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families. Whether stationed in hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers, or deployed with Marine expeditionary units in the field, Corpsmen gain broad clinical, technical, and operational experience. This role is designed for those passionate about healthcare who are ready to serve in diverse environments ranging from quiet exam rooms to high-stress combat zones.
Day in the Life
Your work will be dynamic and varied. You may perform emergency medical treatment for specialized units like SEALs and Seabees, assist in surgeries as an operating room technician, or administer preventive care and medications in a clinic setting. The role demands adaptability: one day you might be processing dental X-rays, and the next you could be providing rapid response in an emergent situation aboard a ship or in a field medical site. Continuous certification in areas like trauma care and tactical combat casualty care ensures you remain ready for the demands of the job.
Training & Career Pathways
The journey begins with Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. From there, the Navy offers numerous advanced C schools that lead to specialized Navy Enlisted Classifications, including Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, and dive medicine. Professional development continues through leadership courses and warfare qualifications, such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins.
Joining the Navy
You can enter this rating through direct enlistment from civilian life, in-service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings, or Reserve accession for prior service members and select civilian medical professionals. Eligibility requires meeting general Navy standards, including U.S. citizenship or equivalent status, a high school diploma, and adherence to medical, vision, and physical fitness requirements.
Equal Opportunity
The Navy is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive force that reflects the communities we serve.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 191, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
Orlando, Florida
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform emergency medical treatment for Sailors, Marines, and specialized units
- check_circleServe as operating room technician and assist in surgery
- check_circleConduct physical exams and assist in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries
- check_circleMaintain patient records and perform clinical tests
- check_circleSupport physicians and nurses in a wide range of medical specialties
- check_circleProvide basic and emergency dental care and process dental X-rays
- check_circleAdminister preventive care, medications, immunizations, and IVs
Requirements
- verifiedUnited States citizenship or equivalent status
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
- verifiedAt least 17 years of age
- verifiedEligibility to serve in the United States Navy
- verifiedMeeting medical, vision, and physical fitness standards
- verifiedMeeting character and conduct standards including background screening
- verifiedAchieving required test scores such as ASVAB
- verifiedEligibility for a security clearance when required
Nice to Have
Interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleTuition Assistance and Post-9/11 GI Billcheck_circleACE-recommended college credit for Navy trainingcheck_circleNavy COOL-funded certificationscheck_circleUSMAP apprenticeships and Navy College Program opportunitiesHealth coverage and retirement options
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Basic Life Support, Trauma Care, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, Preventive Medicine, Surgical Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Radiology, Laboratory, Dental.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
Frequently asked questions about Medical Support at US Navy
What does a Medical Support at US Navy do?expand_more
In this Medical Support at US Navy role, you will perform emergency medical treatment for sailors, marines, and specialized units; serve as operating room technician and assist in surgery; conduct physical exams and assist in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries; and maintain patient records and perform clinical tests.
What are the requirements for this Medical Support role?expand_more
US Navy is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: United States citizenship or equivalent status; High school diploma or equivalent; At least 17 years of age; Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy; Meeting medical, vision, and physical fitness standards; and Meeting character and conduct standards including background screening.
Where is the Medical Support role at US Navy located?expand_more
Medical Support at US Navy is based in Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 191, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Medical Support job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
US Navy has listed this Medical Support role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Medical Support role?expand_more
Candidates for Medical Support at US Navy should have entry level.
What skills do you need for the Medical Support role at US Navy?expand_more
Key skills for Medical Support at US Navy include Basic Life Support; Trauma Care; Tactical Combat Casualty Care; Preventive Medicine; Surgical Technology; Respiratory Therapy; Pharmacy; and Radiology.
What education is required for Medical Support at US Navy?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
What category does the Medical Support role belong to?expand_more
Medical Support at US Navy is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.