Overview

The combat medic specialist is primarily responsible for providing emergency medical treatment at point of wounding on the battlefield, limited primary care, and health protection and evacuation from a point of injury or illness.
Job Duties

Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties
Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment
Instruct Soldier's on Combat Lifesaver/First Responder training course
Manage Soldier's medical readiness, medical supplies and equipment

Training

Job training for a combat medic specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in-patient care.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Patient-care techniques
Emergency medical techniques
Advanced medical care
Plaster-casting techniques

Helpful Skills

Enjoy helping and caring for others
Ability to communicate effectively and work under stressful conditions
Interest in chemistry, biology, psychology, general science and algebra
High attention to detail