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US Army lists this 68S Preventative Medicine Specialist - Career Growth Opportunities (92173) opportunity in san ysidro, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
68S Preventative Medicine Specialist
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
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Job Overview:
Start a career dedicated to protecting the health and readiness of others as a Combat Medic Specialist in the U.S. Army. In this role, you will receive specialized medical and public health training and gain hands-on experience identifying, evaluating, and helping prevent health hazards before they affect Soldiers and Army operations. You will develop technical skills in environmental health, disease prevention, water quality testing, sanitation, occupational health, and health surveillance while working in clinical, field, and operational environments. You will learn to recognize potential health risks, collect and analyze information, and support preventive measures that protect individuals and entire organizations. This experience can provide a strong foundation for civilian careers in public health, environmental health, occupational safety, and health sciences while helping keep Soldiers healthy and ready for the mission.
Requirements:
Attend paid Army training to gain skills and certifications in environmental health assessment, water quality testing, sanitation evaluation, occupational health procedures, disease prevention techniques, and health surveillance operations.
Advanced certifications available with additional fully funded Army programs.
Benefits:
Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental plans.
30 days paid vacation.
90 days paid paternity and maternity paid time off.
Wellness programs including fitness facility access, nutrition consulting, curated fitness plans.
Housing, clothing, and relocation allowance.
Tuition assistance.
Student loan repayment.
Flexible retirement and pension plans.
Pay and Promotion:
Pay and promotions vary based on education level and qualifications.
Hiring bonus opportunities available.
Specialty bonuses available depending on qualifications and position.
Guaranteed promotion opportunities.
Additional Career Opportunities:
Upon successful completion of your first-term contract, you are guaranteed up to 5 interviews with organizations across public health, environmental health, occupational safety, laboratory analysis, and regulatory compliance fields.
Similar Career Fields Include: Public Health Technician, Environmental Health Specialist, Occupational Safety Technician. xpxfdfd
About Our Organization:
The U.S. Army offers a wealth of possibilities for today's youth-whether you are looking to build a rewarding career, continue your education, or get hands-on medical and technical training, the Army is committed to helping you build the future you are looking for and improve yourself in the process. Be All You Can Be.
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