ARMY MEDICAL TEAM: WHAT TO EXPECT
JOINING THE ARMY MEDICAL TEAM
There are more benefits to being part of the U.S. Army health care team than you think. Benefits that can advance your skills and knowledge, shape your perspective, and provide you a comfortable and rewarding lifestyle.
Whether you choose the U.S. Army as your career or serve in the U.S. Army Reserve while maintaining your existing practice, you’ll enter as a commissioned Officer. The health care lifestyle will give you respect, responsibility and prestige that are afforded your rank.
So, where can you serve? What is officer training like in your discipline? Where can your career take you? Download our FAQ and learn what you can expect as a member of the U.S. Army health care team:
- As a physician with the U.S. Army or Army Reserve
- As a dentist with the U.S. Army or Army Reserve
- As a U.S. Army nurse
- As an occupational therapist, physical therapist, registered dietitian or physician assistant with the Medical Specialist Corps
- As a professional in the behavioral sciences, health services, laboratory sciences, optometry, pharmacy, podiatry and preventive medicine with the Medical Service Corps
- As a U.S. Army veterinarian
Want to learn more? Your recruiter can provide answers to your specific questions and discuss your individual qualifications, interests and objectives. If you wish, he or she can arrange for you to speak with an Army health care professional in your discipline or visit a U.S. Army medical facility. Contact a recruiter.
A PERSONAL LIFE TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PROFESSIONAL LIFE
As a member of the Army health care team, you’ll enjoy the deep satisfaction of performing a vital service for your country. You’ll also enjoy many tangible benefits of your service, such as 30 days paid vacation, housing allowance, retirement plan and more.
Learn about BenefitsThe Army commits to providing a comfortable lifestyle for medical professionals. Enjoy careers with the best benefits.
Learn MoreYOU’LL BECOME A LEADER IN THE ARMY AND IN YOUR SPECIALTY
As a member of the Army health care team, you enter as an officer. In the Army that’s a team leader. That allows you the freedom to manage highly qualified teams much sooner than you would in the civilian world.
Learn MoreTEAMWORK: WORK ALONGSIDE TALENTED, FOCUSED PROFESSIONALS
Army medicine promotes a team environment where you’ll work with peers, not competitors. You’ll still be given the independence to run your own practice, but you’ll have the advantage of working with and consulting with other health care professionals.
Learn MoreAs a member of the Army Reserve Medical Corps, you will find part- time medical assistant jobs and other part-time healthcare jobs. Learn more here.
Learn about Serving in the Army ReserveRead in-depth articles about Army Medical innovations and research, involvement in humanitarian efforts, education opportunities, as well as inspirational mainstream media stories about Army health care team officers. We encourage you to explore these articles and get a better understanding of the U.S. Army Medical Department.
Learn MoreWORLD-CLASS FACILITIES. LEADING-EDGE CARE.
The Army health care team has built one of the best health care networks in the world. Our facilities are second to none. From our major medical centers to health care facilities, we’ll provide you with exceptional venues to practice your specialty.
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