Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
Yakima, Washington48d ago
About the role
Job Title: Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman)
Category / Component: Enlisted • Both
Overview
Hospital Corpsmen assist healthcare professionals and provide medical and dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families across clinics, hospitals, ships, and field units, gaining broad clinical, technical, and operational experience.
Key Responsibilities
Perform emergency medical treatment for Sailors, Marines, and specialized units such as SEALs and Seabees; provide basic and emergency dental care and process dental X rays; serve as operating room technician and assist in surgery; administer preventive care and medications including immunizations and IVs; conduct physical exams and assist in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries; maintain patient records, perform clinical tests, and support physicians and nurses in a wide range of specialties.
What to Expect
Hands on patient care with shift work and possible on call duties; field training and deployments with Mar