Medical Support
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onRichards Boulevard, Sacramento, Sacramento County, California, 95814, 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 deliver a unique blend of clinical expertise and operational readiness. This role offers broad exposure to diverse medical specialties, from emergency trauma and surgery to preventive care and diagnostics, allowing you to grow as a versatile healthcare professional while serving the fleet.
What to Expect
Your day-to-day life will be dynamic, shifting between the structured environment of a clinic and the high-stakes demands of field operations. You will perform emergency medical treatments, assist in surgeries, administer medications, and conduct physical exams. The role demands adaptability, as you may work shifts, respond to emergencies, and deploy with units ranging from SEAL teams to submarines. Continuous learning is central to the mission, with ongoing certification in areas like basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care. Success in this role relies heavily on teamwork, resilience, and the ability to maintain readiness in any environment.
Training & Career Pathways
Your journey begins with Recruit Training, followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. From there, the Navy offers a vast array of advanced "C Schools" to specialize your skills in areas such as 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 or Surface pins, tailored to your specific assignments and career goals.
Joining the Navy
You can enter this rating directly from civilian life, convert from another Navy rating if you meet screening criteria, or join the Reserve component if you have prior service. While specific enlistment standards apply—including citizenship, age, and physical fitness requirements—your interest in healthcare and willingness to serve in challenging conditions are the most critical factors. For the most current details on incentives, bonuses, and eligibility, please consult an official Navy recruiter.
Equal Opportunity
The Navy is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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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 Richards Boulevard, Sacramento, Sacramento County, California, 95814, United States. This is a on-site role.