Healthcare Specialist

Healthcare Specialist

The Healthcare Specialist provides emergency medical treatment, limited primary care, force health protection and evacuation in a variety of operational and clinical settings from point of injury or illness through the continuum of military health care.

Through extensive Army medical training, Rhode Island Army National Guard Healthcare Specialists are Soldiers able to provide our young fighting men and women first-rate health care as the war against terrorism continues. Healthcare Specialists in the Guard can also be found addressing the healthcare needs of civilians in the aftermath of natural disasters or civil emergencies. Settings in which work is performed range from state-of-the-art medical facilities to field hospitals and clinics serving underserved rural communities.

The Rhode Island Army National Guard is an elite group of warriors who dedicate a portion of their time to serving their nation. Guard members train part-time to be ready full-time, should their state or nation call them to serve.

Benefits

$20,000 Bonus
Paid Healthcare Training
A Monthly Paycheck
Montgomery G.I. Bill
Up to 100% Tuition Assistance for College
Student Loan Repayment Program
Retirement Benefits for Part-time Service
REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED
Between the ages of 17 and 39
Must be able to pass a physical exam
Must meet citizenship requirements (see 1-800-GO-GUARD for details)
Ability to lift moderately heavy objects