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America's Navy offers various opportunities for former servicemembers who yearn to once again feel the pride of putting on a uniform and serving your country.

Podiatrist

In the Navy, Sailors spend a lot of time on their feet. From the Machinist’s Mates who traverse every square inch of the ship, to Supply Officers in charge of all logistics, to Boatswain's Mates standing watch on deck—active working conditions mean Sailors need to rely on their bodies. In critical moments, there’s no room for distraction, so as a Navy Podiatrist, you have the vital role of making sure Sailors’ feet can keep up with whatever the job requires. Whether you’re prescribing orthotics, treating fractures or performing surgery, everything you do ensures Navy Sailors can stay focused on the job.

Keep Navy Sailors on their feet by treating foot and ankle injuries.

As a Navy Podiatrist, your job responsibilities may include: Treating the feet, ankles and lower extremities of service members and their families…, Navy Podiatrists may serve at any one of more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the globe, from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam and…, Upon graduation from medical school, those pursuing a Navy Podiatrist position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI…, Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial…, A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. You must also attend Officer…, Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Officer, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly…

As a Navy Podiatrist, your skills will treat the feet, ankle and the lower extremity issues of servicemembers, their families, and those in need. Besides normal issues, you’ll treat bunion deformities, torn ligaments, and stress fractures.

You’ll partner with first-rate health-care providers, such as orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists, and have the opportunity to use your direct-access skills and practice as a critical part of a distinguished, professional medical team.

Navy Clinical Care Providers work at hospitals across the globe, from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam, and Washington, D.C., to Washington State.

As a Navy Podiatrist, you could also find yourself working at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, Md.; Portsmouth, Va.; and San Diego, Calif. You could also provide podiatric support aboard one of two dedicated hospital ships: the USNS Comfort and USNS Mercy.

Upon graduation from podiatric medical school, those pursuing a Podiatrist position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, R.I. ODS is a five-week program that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of Navy Staff Corps Officers. Here they learn about the military structure of the U.S. Navy, its rich history of traditions and customs, leadership development and military etiquette.

Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Graduate Students

In the Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) you can receive 100% tuition assistance while completing an eligible podiatry education program plus a monthly stipend in excess of $2,200 to help cover living expenses for up to 48 months.

In the Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) you can receive up to $201,900 while finishing your residency. This amount includes a generous monthly salary and housing allowance ranging from $3,280 to $5,610 for up to 36 months.*

*Navy HSCP housing allowance based on graduate school location. Increased offer amounts available in areas with a higher cost of living.

Practicing Professionals

Through the Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP), you may be eligible to receive financial assistance to pay down the cost of your graduate education.*

*Offer depends on specialty, service requirement and availability.

Offers have many variables. To get details and find out which offer would benefit you most, request that a Navy Officer Recruiter contact you.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Podiatrist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) degree from a college of podiatric medicine, accredited by the Council on Education of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
Current licensure in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia
Successful completion of surgical residency or an equivalent formal surgical training program
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (undergraduate and podiatric medical school)
Completion of a two- to three-year postgraduate residency training program (APMA-approved) with an emphasis on surgical experience
Hospital staffing with privileges and credentials in good standing
Board-qualified and board-certified

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Podiatrist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) degree from a college of podiatric medicine, accredited by the Council on Education of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
Current licensure in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia
Successful completion of surgical residency or an equivalent formal surgical training program
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (undergraduate and podiatric medical school)
Completion of a two- to three-year postgraduate residency training program (APMA-approved) with an emphasis on surgical experience
Hospital staffing with privileges and credentials in good standing
Board-qualified and board-certified

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Podiatrist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) degree from a college of podiatric medicine, accredited by the Council on Education of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
Current licensure in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia
Successful completion of surgical residency or an equivalent formal surgical training program
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (undergraduate and podiatric medical school)
Completion of a two- to three-year postgraduate residency training program (APMA-approved) with an emphasis on surgical experience
Hospital staffing with privileges and credentials in good standing
Board-qualified and board-certified

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Podiatrist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) degree from a college of podiatric medicine, accredited by the Council on Education of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
Current licensure in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia
Successful completion of surgical residency or an equivalent formal surgical training program
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (undergraduate and podiatric medical school)
Completion of a two- to three-year postgraduate residency training program (APMA-approved) with an emphasis on surgical experience
Hospital staffing with privileges and credentials in good standing
Board-qualified and board-certified

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Podiatrist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) degree from a college of podiatric medicine, accredited by the Council on Education of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
Current licensure in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia
Successful completion of surgical residency or an equivalent formal surgical training program
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (undergraduate and podiatric medical school)
Completion of a two- to three-year postgraduate residency training program (APMA-approved) with an emphasis on surgical experience
Hospital staffing with privileges and credentials in good standing
Board-qualified and board-certified

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

Medical Technologist

For Sailors, staying in top health is critical to job performance and mission success, which is why the Navy needs top medical professionals who can provide clear answers and accurate diagnoses. As a Medical Technologist for the Navy, your role in operating clinical laboratories puts you on the frontlines of Sailor health. Performing accurate tests gives you the power to provide doctors and patients with the answers they’re seeking, so they can get back to performing their duties that keep our country safe.

Provide laboratory services that give Navy doctors and patients the answers they seek.

Medical Technologists play an integral role in the Department of War healthcare team by heading up laboratories in support of medical and scientific…, Medical Technologists may serve at any one of more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the globe, from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam and…, Upon graduation from medical school, those pursuing a Medical Technologist position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in…, Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial…, A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. You must also attend Officer…, Serving part-time in the Navy Reserve, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling,…

As a Medical Technologist and Officer in the Medical Service Corps, you may:

Work with highly skilled members of Navy medical teams to maintain the health and readiness of our service members, their families and those in need around the globe
Perform and manage a full range of laboratory services, with responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of results and compliance with the industry's highest standards
Provide clinical laboratory and blood bank support to deployed forces

Navy Medical Technologists may serve anywhere the Navy has labs, including at more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the world - from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam, and Washington, D.C., to Washington state.

As a Medical Technologist, you could work at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, MD; Portsmouth, VA; and San Diego, CA. You could also provide support to pilots and air crews aboard one of two dedicated hospital ships: the USNS Comfort and USNS Mercy.

Upon graduation from college, those pursuing a Medical Technology position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a 5-week program that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of Navy Staff Corps Officers. Here they learn about the military structure of the U.S. Navy, its rich history of traditions and customs, leadership development and military etiquette.

Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs.

Through the Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP), you may be eligible to receive financial assistance to pay down the cost of your graduate education.

To qualify for employment consideration as a Medical Technologist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and certification of completion of a one-year course of study in medical technology, conducted by a school or program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
Certification as a medical technologist by a national certifying agency, such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory Personnel
Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a medical technologist (The NAACLS program completion requirement may be waived if the applicant has at least four years of documented laboratory technician experience)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale with emphasis in major coursework
Supervisory experience in a hospital-based clinical laboratory
Clinical experience in blood banking
Evidence of continuing education through coursework, seminars, workshops, attendance at professional meetings, etc.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

As a Medical Technologist and Officer in the Medical Service Corps, you may:

Work with highly skilled members of Navy medical teams to maintain the health and readiness of our service members, their families and those in need around the globe
Perform and manage a full range of laboratory services, with responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of results and compliance with the industry's highest standards
Provide clinical laboratory and blood bank support to deployed forces

To qualify for employment consideration as a Medical Technologist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and certification of completion of a one-year course of study in medical technology, conducted by a school or program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
Certification as a medical technologist by a national certifying agency, such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory Personnel
Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a medical technologist (The NAACLS program completion requirement may be waived if the applicant has at least four years of documented laboratory technician experience)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale with emphasis in major coursework
Supervisory experience in a hospital-based clinical laboratory
Clinical experience in blood banking
Evidence of continuing education through coursework, seminars, workshops, attendance at professional meetings, etc.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as a Medical Technologist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and certification of completion of a one-year course of study in medical technology, conducted by a school or program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
Certification as a medical technologist by a national certifying agency, such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory Personnel
Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a medical technologist (The NAACLS program completion requirement may be waived if the applicant has at least four years of documented laboratory technician experience)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale with emphasis in major coursework
Supervisory experience in a hospital-based clinical laboratory
Clinical experience in blood banking
Evidence of continuing education through coursework, seminars, workshops, attendance at professional meetings, etc.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as a Medical Technologist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and certification of completion of a one-year course of study in medical technology, conducted by a school or program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
Certification as a medical technologist by a national certifying agency, such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory Personnel
Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a medical technologist (The NAACLS program completion requirement may be waived if the applicant has at least four years of documented laboratory technician experience)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale with emphasis in major coursework
Supervisory experience in a hospital-based clinical laboratory
Clinical experience in blood banking
Evidence of continuing education through coursework, seminars, workshops, attendance at professional meetings, etc.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as a Medical Technologist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and certification of completion of a one-year course of study in medical technology, conducted by a school or program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
Certification as a medical technologist by a national certifying agency, such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory Personnel
Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a medical technologist (The NAACLS program completion requirement may be waived if the applicant has at least four years of documented laboratory technician experience)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale with emphasis in major coursework
Supervisory experience in a hospital-based clinical laboratory
Clinical experience in blood banking
Evidence of continuing education through coursework, seminars, workshops, attendance at professional meetings, etc.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

Faces of the Fleet - EP. 25: The Provider

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When Ana Monterrosa became a single mother at 18, everyone told her to stop chasing her dreams, but Ana knew she was capable of more.

Occupational Therapist

Nothing stops the United States Navy. Not underwater mines, not adversarial submarines, not torrential hurricanes…and we don’t let physical rehabilitation hold us back, either. We always find a way to keep moving forward, which is why the Navy employs top Occupational Therapists to work with Sailors and their family members who suffer from strokes, injuries and other health-related physical limitations. Through cutting-edge techniques and treatments designed to restore dexterity, range of motion and other abilities, OT Officers get Sailors back on their feet and back to work.

Rehabilitate Sailors following illness or injury with cutting-edge devices and therapy.

As an Occupational Therapist and Officer in Navy Clinical Care, your responsibilities may include: Working with inpatients and outpatients who…, Navy Occupational Therapists may serve at any one of more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the globe, from Hawaii to Japan, Germany to…, Upon graduation from medical school, those pursuing an Occupational Therapist position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in…, Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial…, A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. You must also attend Officer…, Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Officer, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly…

As an Occupational Therapist and Officer in Navy Clinical Care, you will:

Work, on an inpatient or outpatient basis, with those who have had a stroke, injury, disease or other impairment
Use tools such as a goniometer for measuring range of motion, and a dynamometer and pinch meter, for recording hand and finger grip as well as pinch strength
Help rehabilitate functional daily living skills, such as bathing, dressing and eating, with or without the use of adaptive devices
Assess patients who may require aiding devices
Provide custom-made garments for an ailment or condition

You could also:

Evaluate and treat patients referred for multiple diagnoses, who require acute rehabilitation within inpatient and outpatient settings
Receive extra training in modalities, such as electrical stimulation or ultrasound for pain management, and placement activities for dexterity
Train as an upper-extremity neuromusculoskeletal evaluator or pediatric occupational therapist, or pursue a postgraduate degree
Specialize in hand therapy, pediatrics or ergonomics
Take on a teaching position in a dual-service occupational therapy assistant program

Navy clinical care providers may serve at any one of more than 250 Navy and medical facilities around the globe, in some of the most dynamic environments imaginable: Hawaii to Japan, Germany to Guam, and Washington, D.C., to Washington state.

As an Occupational Therapist, you could also work at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, MD; Portsmouth, VA; and San Diego, CA. Using the new ReoGo neuro-rehabilitation unit to help rehabilitate patients’ upper extremities following a traumatic brain injury or stroke. Or you could provide occupational therapy support aboard one of two dedicated hospital ships: the USNS Comfort and USNS Mercy.

Upon graduation from graduate school, those pursuing an Occupational Therapist position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a five-week program that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of Navy Staff Corps Officers. Here they learn about the military structure of the U.S. Navy, its rich history of traditions and customs, leadership development and military etiquette.

Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs.

Residents

In the Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP), you can receive up to $67,300 while finishing your residency. This includes:

A monthly military salary
A generous housing allowance*
A comprehensive health-care benefits package

*Navy HSCP housing allowance based on graduate school location. Increased offer amounts available in areas with a higher cost of living.

Practicing Professionals

Through the Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP), you may be eligible to receive financial assistance to pay down the cost of your graduate education.

Offers have many variables. To get details and find out which offer would benefit you most, request that a Navy Officer Recruiter contact you.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Occupational Therapist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university; credit toward rank and time in service is given, depending on the level of degree and work experience
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You will also be expected to meet certain specific requirements:

Certification of accredited course completion in occupational therapy by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association
Successful completion of the registration examination by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and, if applicable, a state license

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

As an Occupational Therapist and Officer in Navy Clinical Care, you will:

Work, on an inpatient or outpatient basis, with those who have had a stroke, injury, disease or other impairment
Use tools such as a goniometer for measuring range of motion, and a dynamometer and pinch meter, for recording hand and finger grip as well as pinch strength
Help rehabilitate functional daily living skills, such as bathing, dressing and eating, with or without the use of adaptive devices
Assess patients who may require aiding devices
Provide custom-made garments for an ailment or condition

You could also:

Evaluate and treat patients referred for multiple diagnoses, who require acute rehabilitation within inpatient and outpatient settings
Receive extra training in modalities, such as electrical stimulation or ultrasound for pain management, and placement activities for dexterity
Train as an upper-extremity neuromusculoskeletal evaluator or pediatric occupational therapist, or pursue a postgraduate degree
Specialize in hand therapy, pediatrics or ergonomics
Take on a teaching position in a dual-service occupational therapy assistant program

To qualify for employment consideration as an Occupational Therapist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university; credit toward rank and time in service is given, depending on the level of degree and work experience
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You will also be expected to meet certain specific requirements:

Certification of accredited course completion in occupational therapy by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association
Successful completion of the registration examination by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and, if applicable, a state license

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Occupational Therapist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university; credit toward rank and time in service is given, depending on the level of degree and work experience
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You will also be expected to meet certain specific requirements:

Certification of accredited course completion in occupational therapy by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association
Successful completion of the registration examination by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and, if applicable, a state license

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Occupational Therapist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university; credit toward rank and time in service is given, depending on the level of degree and work experience
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You will also be expected to meet certain specific requirements:

Certification of accredited course completion in occupational therapy by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association
Successful completion of the registration examination by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and, if applicable, a state license

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Occupational Therapist in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university; credit toward rank and time in service is given, depending on the level of degree and work experience
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You will also be expected to meet certain specific requirements:

Certification of accredited course completion in occupational therapy by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association
Successful completion of the registration examination by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and, if applicable, a state license

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

Judge Advocate General’s Corps (JAG)

As a member of the Navy Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Corps, you’ll experience a wide-ranging legal practice. You will work in traditional legal disciplines, as well as those unique to a sea-based military service. At locations around the world, you’ll get hands-on experience in fields ranging from international law to environmental law to criminal litigation. You will be trusted with advising military clients, including carrier commanders and Navy SEALs, from your very first duty station. A career as a judge advocate is an opportunity to work towards a greater purpose — America's national security.Please visit the Navy JAG website for more information on how to join the JAG Corps and for upcoming application dates.

Raise the bar with a legal career in the Navy JAG Corps.

The Navy JAG Corps provides legal support for the fleet and enables the Navy mission throughout the world, both ashore and at sea. The JAG Corps is…, As a Navy JAG, you’ll have opportunities to serve in exciting and diverse assignments around the world. Depending on your role, you may spend time in…, Officers appointed to the JAG Corps must first attend Officer Development School (ODS), a five-week course in Newport, RI, that provides a…, As part of the culture of learning that the Navy JAG Corps fosters, you’ll have the opportunity to earn a Master of Law (LL.M.) degree fully funded…, Student Program The Student Program is the most common way to become a Navy JAG. To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration in the Navy JAG…, The position of JAG Corps Officer in the Navy Reserve is open only to those with current or prior Active Duty experience. Learn more about how to…

What to Expect

Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps

Research Biochemist & Forensic Toxicologist

If you think scientific research is limited to the civilian sector, think again. Navy Research Biochemists and Forensic Toxicologists are the Sailors behind the scenes who dive deep into data to promote the safety of our military personnel. The field is wide, and specialties vary—but as a scientist, you have control of your career and the research you conduct in your laboratory. You could do anything from studying the impact solar and sea power have on our ships, to developing vaccines to combat disease, to even working in military forensic laboratories in locations around the world.

Conduct research to protect our Sailors from biological, radiological and chemical threats.

As an Officer in the Navy Medical Service Corps in the field of biochemistry, you could work with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) or…, Navy biochemistry and toxicology professionals may serve in any of a variety of global locations, including: Research and development (both…, Upon graduation from graduate school, those pursuing a biochemistry position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI.…, Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial…, To qualify for employment consideration as an Officer in the biochemistry field in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic…, Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Biochemist or Forensic Toxicologist, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training…

As an Officer in the Navy Medical Service Corps in the field of biochemistry, you could work with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) or serve as a member of a deployable Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Environmental (CBRE) Training Team, defending our nation against biological, chemical and nuclear weapons.

Research Biochemists:

Design studies
Develop methodologies
Carry out research and analyze results

Forensic Toxicologists:

Manage and direct operations
Use state-of-the-art equipment to identify drug abuse in body fluids
Evaluate crucial evidence for military court proceedings
Study the effects of toxic substances on normal life processes
Test and develop protective equipment for military operations

Navy biochemistry professionals may serve in any of a variety of global locations, including:

Research and development (both medical and nonmedical) overseas in Cairo, Egypt; Lima, Peru; Jakarta, Indonesia; and within the continental U.S. (Washington, D.C., metro area and San Diego, California)
Clinical biochemistry at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, MD; Portsmouth, VA; and San Diego, CA.

Upon graduation from graduate school, those pursuing a biochemistry position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a 5-week program that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of Navy Staff Corps Officers. Here they learn about the military structure of the U.S. Navy, its rich history of traditions and customs, leadership development and military etiquette.

Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs.

Through the Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP), you may be eligible to receive financial assistance to pay down the cost of your graduate education.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Officer in the biochemistry field in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Ph.D. or master's degree from a program of at least two years' duration with a completed research thesis in one of the following:
- Chemistry (with a strong life sciences background)
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Molecular biology
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Experience in biochemical and analytical chemistry laboratory techniques from graduate training or work experience
Authorship or co-authorship of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate studies and 3.5 or higher for graduate work

Ph.D. candidates have an advantage over master's-level candidates, since most of the Navy job openings require doctorate-level training.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

Research Biochemists:

Design studies
Develop methodologies
Carry out research and analyze results

Forensic Toxicologists:

Manage and direct operations
Use state-of-the-art equipment to identify drug abuse in body fluids
Evaluate crucial evidence for military court proceedings
Study the effects of toxic substances on normal life processes
Test and develop protective equipment for military operations
Evaluate exposure limits to chemical compounds

To qualify for employment consideration as an Officer in the biochemistry field in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Ph.D. or master's degree from a program of at least two years' duration with a completed research thesis in one of the following:
- Chemistry (with a strong life sciences background)
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Molecular biology
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Experience in biochemical and analytical chemistry laboratory techniques from graduate training or work experience
Authorship or co-authorship of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate studies and 3.5 or higher for graduate work

Ph.D. candidates have an advantage over master's-level candidates, since most of the Navy job openings require doctorate-level training.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Officer in the biochemistry field in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Ph.D. or master's degree from a program of at least two years' duration with a completed research thesis in one of the following:
- Chemistry (with a strong life sciences background)
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Molecular biology
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Experience in biochemical and analytical chemistry laboratory techniques from graduate training or work experience
Authorship or co-authorship of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate studies and 3.5 or higher for graduate work

Ph.D. candidates have an advantage over master's-level candidates, since most of the Navy job openings require doctorate-level training.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Officer in the biochemistry field in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Ph.D. or master's degree from a program of at least two years' duration with a completed research thesis in one of the following:
- Chemistry (with a strong life sciences background)
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Molecular biology
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Experience in biochemical and analytical chemistry laboratory techniques from graduate training or work experience
Authorship or co-authorship of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate studies and 3.5 or higher for graduate work

Ph.D. candidates have an advantage over master's-level candidates, since most of the Navy job openings require doctorate-level training.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for employment consideration as an Officer in the biochemistry field in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the United States
Ph.D. or master's degree from a program of at least two years' duration with a completed research thesis in one of the following:
- Chemistry (with a strong life sciences background)
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Molecular biology
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

You may also be expected to meet certain preferred requirements:

Experience in biochemical and analytical chemistry laboratory techniques from graduate training or work experience
Authorship or co-authorship of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate studies and 3.5 or higher for graduate work

Ph.D. candidates have an advantage over master's-level candidates, since most of the Navy job openings require doctorate-level training.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

Physician Assistant

What is a Navy Physician Assistant? Servicemen and women deserve the highest quality health care available and as a Navy Physician Assistant, you can ensure all medical needs are managed. Work alongside the best Navy physicians and surgeons, handling everything from primary care issues to specialty and emergency trauma situations. Serve globally in hospital settings, aboard aircraft carriers and bring the best in U.S. health care on humanitarian relief missions. Your skills in medicine are needed to keep our Sailors healthy so they can continue to carry on operations every day.

Work alongside surgeons and supervising physicians to deliver the best health care.

As a PA in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you will help care for Sailors, Marines and their families. You may also have the chance to assist in Navy…, Navy Physician Assistants may serve among aviation, shipboard and U.S. Marine Corps communities stationed across the globe – or at any one of more…, Those pursuing a Physician Assistant position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a five-week program that…, The Navy offers generous scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs. You can finish your education with little or no debt,…, A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. You must also attend Officer…, Serving part-time as a Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling,…

As a PA in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you will help care for Sailors, Marines and their families. You may also have the chance to assist in Navy medical relief missions worldwide.

You will:

Obtain medical histories
Perform comprehensive exams
Treat minor injuries
Interpret lab tests and X-rays
Counsel patients, providing detailed instructions for home-care procedures
Prescribe medications
Carry out treatment plans

Navy Clinical Care Providers work in military hospitals and clinics in the U.S., overseas, aboard ships and with Special Operations units.

As a PA, you could work at one of the highly acclaimed National Naval Medical Centers in Bethesda, MD; Portsmouth, VA; or San Diego, CA. You could also provide support aboard an aircraft carrier or one of two dedicated hospital ships: the USNS Comfort and USNS Mercy.

Upon graduation from graduate school, those pursuing a Physician Assistant position are required to attend Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI. ODS is a five-week program that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of Navy Staff Corps Officers. Here they learn about the military structure of the U.S. Navy, its rich history of traditions and customs, leadership development and military etiquette.

Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs.

Graduate Students

In the Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) you can receive 100% tuition assistance while completing an eligible physician assistant education program, plus a monthly stipend in excess of $2,200 to help cover living expenses for up to 24 months.

In the Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) you can receive up to $134,600 while finishing your degree. This amount includes a generous monthly salary and housing allowance ranging from $3,280 to $5,610 for up to 24 months.*

*Navy HSCP housing allowance based on graduate school location. Increased offer amounts available in areas with a higher cost of living.

Practicing Professionals

Through the Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP), you may be eligible to receive financial assistance to pay down the cost of your graduate education.

*Offer depends on specialty, service requirement and availability.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Physician Assistant in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Completion of a physician assistant education program approved by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

As a PA in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you will help care for Sailors, Marines and their families. You may also have the chance to assist in Navy medical relief missions worldwide.

You will:

Obtain medical histories
Perform comprehensive exams
Treat minor injuries
Interpret lab tests and X-rays
Counsel patients, providing detailed instructions for home-care procedures
Prescribe medications
Carry out treatment plans

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Physician Assistant in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Completion of a physician assistant education program approved by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Physician Assistant in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Completion of a physician assistant education program approved by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Physician Assistant in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Completion of a physician assistant education program approved by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

To qualify for Active Duty employment consideration as a Physician Assistant in the Navy Medical Service Corps, you must meet these basic requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen currently practicing in the U.S.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Completion of a physician assistant education program approved by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Be willing to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty
Be between the ages of 18 and 41
Be in good physical condition and pass a full medical examination

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you intend to serve Active Duty or Reserve Duty, and whether you are currently serving, have served before or have never served before.

Steelworker

Navy Steelworkers are those special few who have the chance as adults to keep on building with their hands. As an SW, you’ll get on-the-job experience welding, performing specialized metalwork and crafting steel structures the Navy needs to complete its missions. And you’ll do it all while maintaining combat readiness, able to defend your unit at a moment’s notice. “We Build. We Fight.” is the Navy Seabees’ motto and Sailors like you own it.

Weld metal a world away as a Navy Steelworker.

As a Steelworker, you’ll work with a team to erect the steel structures that meet the needs of the Navy. Steelworkers manage construction operations…, As a Steelworker, you’ll construct and repair a variety of structures in just about every environment imaginable. You may work at Navy bases or ports…, Upon completion of initial training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), those pursuing a Steelworker role report to Class “…, Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy technical and operational training in the field of construction can…, A high-school diploma or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Sailor and a Navy Steelworker. Those seeking a position with the Seabees must…, Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly…

What to Expect

Seabees

Aviation Electronics Technician

Once an aircraft launches off a carrier, pilots depend on their jet’s complex electronic systems to operate all areas of their craft and complete their mission. There is zero room for failure. That’s why Aviation Electronics Technicians are carefully trained to maintain all aviation electronic systems, from navigation and radar to tactical displays and warfare sensors. You’ll become in expert in understanding, troubleshooting and repairing every component so that each aircraft is prepped for mission success.

Maintain and repair the complex electronic systems aboard Navy aircraft.

As an Aviation Electronics Technician (AT), you’ll maintain, troubleshoot, repair and test complex electronic systems related to aviation on tactical…, Sailors in this career field will perform duties at sea and ashore around the world. ATs can expect to work indoors and outdoors in land-based…, Upon completion of initial training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), you’ll report for specialized training, including…, Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy technical and operational training as an Aviation Electronics Technician…, A high-school diploma or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Sailor  and an Aviation Electronics Technician. You must also be a U.S. citizen…, Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly…

What to Expect

Aviation Electronics Technician

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