Information Technology Jobs in Arnold

Minimum Qualifications (Level III):
Education: High-School Diploma or GED are required. You may be asked to provide proof of education.   
Licensure: Non-certified applicants may be considered for this position with acceptable surgical technology experience.  
Experience: non-certified applicants may be considered for this position with acceptable surgical technology experience.  

Certifications: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.   
Other: Must understand English both written and spoken, must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.  

Preferred Education: Successful completion of a Postsecondary certificate or associate degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited surgical technology program.   
Preferred Licensure - Certification: Surgical Technology Certification preferred.  
Preferred Experience:   
Preferred Other  

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Physical Therapist Career Opportunity

Are you seeking a fulfilling career that feels like home and lets you make a meaningful impact? At Encompass Health, you'll find an opportunity to provide exceptional care and support to our patients, witnessing their remarkable progress firsthand. As a Physical Therapist, your specialized skills will help deliver high-quality, compassionate care, allowing you the time to deeply understand and guide patients on their rehabilitation journey. Our well-equipped physical therapy gyms, backed by the latest technology, foster a supportive, driven, and welcoming environment. From day one, you'll experience a rewarding career and comprehensive benefits that prioritize your peace of mind and professional growth. Welcome to a place where your passion for care fuels remarkable progress and fulfillment.

Whether you're at the early stages of your career, seeking to build a strong foundation, or an experienced Physical Therapist in search of a better environment to call home, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means being with a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take immense pride in our career growth opportunities and how our team collaborates for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us truly remarkable.

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional advancement.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans for a secure financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
• A community of individuals passionate about what they do.

Your journey involves:

• Providing direct inpatient care to patients in need of physical therapy.
• Supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and addressing patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by taking the time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs to support their recovery.
• Celebrating every victory along the way.

• Current licensure or certification as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification.
• Master's Degree preferred, or Bachelor's Degree plus sufficient experience in the field.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a difference together!

Speech Pathologist Career Opportunity

Welcome to Encompass Health: Where Compassion Meets Speech Therapy

Are you searching for a career that aligns with your passion and brings fulfillment close to home? At Encompass Health, we greet you like an old friend, fostering a sense of belonging right from the beginning. Imagine the chance to make a profound difference in your community by providing essential therapy and unwavering support to patients. Join our team as a Speech Pathologist and become a pivotal figure in assisting patients in overcoming speech and communication challenges. You'll find a supportive environment where small victories create monumental impacts and where you'll have access to cutting-edge technology while working for the nation's largest rehabilitation company. If this resonates with you, you're in the perfect place to make a meaningful impact.

A Glimpse into Our World

Whether you're beginning your career or a seasoned Speech Pathologist looking for a nurturing environment to call home, we're confident you'll feel the difference the moment you join our team. Being a part of Encompass Health means being a part of a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and the collaborative spirit of our team members, united for the greater good of our patients. Our recognitions, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us immensely proud.

Benefits That Begin With You

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and startonday one:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
• A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do.

Embrace Your Role as a Speech Pathologist

Your impactful journey involves:

• Evaluating, assessing, developing, and administering personalized treatment plans for patients with speech and language rehabilitation needs.
• Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary.
• Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• Successful completion of SLP Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Master's degree preferred, or Bachelor's degree with field experience.

Registered Nurse Career Opportunity

$10,000 sign on bonus for full time

Encompass Health: Where Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and Healing

Are you seeking a nursing career deeply rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries. Picture the impact of providing individualized, compassionate care that guides patients along their path to healing. With us, small victories lead to monumental impacts as you use your specialized skills to offer top-tier, personalized support. Understand your patients deeply, assist in their rehabilitation goals, and thrive in an environment equipped with cutting-edge technology.

Welcome to a place where nursing becomes a profound contribution to both community and personal fulfillment.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Realize Your Vision as a Registered Nurse

• Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments, tailor care plans, and address patient concerns to provide exceptional care.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with various departments to ensure coordinated care and provide direct patient care when needed.
• Serve as a resource for fellow staff, supporting them with complex patient needs and inquiries.
• Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients.

Qualifications

• Valid RN licensures as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification (ACLS preferred).
• CRRN certification preferred.
• One year of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.

RN Residency Program

Our 8–16 week RN Residency Program helps new graduates transition from student to confident nurse through:

Hands-on clinical training

One-on-one preceptor mentoring

Classroom learning and skill development

‍ Support from nurse educators and leadership

Medical Surgical Units at Mercy Hospital South

Medical Surgical nursing at Mercy South provides an excellent clinical foundation, exposing nurses to multiple specialties and patient populations while building strong assessment, prioritization, and critical-thinking skills.

Inpatient Medical Surgical

Common patient diagnoses include pneumonia, cellulitis, diverticulitis, respiratory infections, and small bowel obstructions.

Neurology – 8E

Care for patients experiencing strokes, seizures, brain tumors, and intracranial bleeds while collaborating with neurology specialists.

Orthopedics

Support patients recovering from joint replacements, spine surgeries, and foot/ankle procedures.

General Surgery – 3W

Care for surgical patients ranging from appendectomies to colon resections and bariatric procedures.

Medical Telemetry – 7E & 7W

Monitor patients with cardiac concerns, chest pain, COPD exacerbations, infections, and gastrointestinal conditions.

Oncology – 8W

Provide compassionate care for oncology patients receiving chemotherapy, cancer treatment, and supportive medical care.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with one of the following:

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

• Nursing Diploma

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Licensure

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or compact state licensure

 Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire

 Experience

• New graduates encouraged to apply

• Previous hospital experience preferred for some units

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Specialty certifications

• Prior acute care or specialty unit experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Frequent standing and walking throughout shifts

• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, and assist patients safely

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

RN Residency Program

Our 8–16 week RN Residency Program helps new graduates transition from student to confident nurse through:

Hands-on clinical training

One-on-one preceptor mentoring

Classroom learning and skill development

‍ Support from nurse educators and leadership

Medical-Surgical nursing at Mercy South provides a strong clinical foundation, offering exposure to multiple specialties and diverse patient populations. Nurses build skills in assessment, prioritization, and critical thinking while caring for a wide range of medical and surgical conditions.

• Inpatient Medical-Surgical
– Care for adult patients with acute medical conditions such as pneumonia, cellulitis, diverticulitis, respiratory infections, and small bowel obstructions.

• Neurology – 8E
– Care for patients experiencing strokes, seizures, brain tumors, and intracranial bleeds, collaborating closely with neurology specialists.

• Orthopedics
– Support patients recovering from joint replacements, spine surgeries, and foot/ankle procedures.

• General Surgery – 3W
– Care for pre‑ and post‑operative surgical patients including appendectomies, colon resections, hernia repairs, and bariatric procedures.

• Medical Telemetry – 7E & 7W
– Monitor patients with cardiac concerns, chest pain, COPD exacerbations, infections, and gastrointestinal conditions.

• Oncology – 8W
– Provide compassionate care for oncology patients receiving chemotherapy, cancer treatments, and supportive symptom management.

Mercy South’s critical care units support higher‑acuity patients who require advanced monitoring, complex interventions, and increased clinical oversight. These units offer excellent growth opportunities for nurses looking to build advanced critical‑care competencies.

• Neuro Step‑Down
– Transitional care for patients recovering from neurological and neurosurgical conditions.

• Medical-Surgical ICU
– High‑acuity care for complex medical and surgical patients requiring continuous intensive monitoring.

• CMICU / CVICU
– Care for cardiac and cardiothoracic surgical patients, including post‑operative recovery and advanced cardiac support.

• Cardiac Med Intermediate
– Care for patients needing enhanced cardiac monitoring and management.

• Medical Step‑Down
– Intermediate‑level care bridging Med-Surg and ICU for patients with elevated acuity needs.

• Surgical Step‑Down
– Post‑operative care requiring specialized monitoring and frequent assessments.

• Cardiac Telemetry
– Continuous rhythm monitoring for patients with cardiac symptoms, chest pain, or post‑procedural needs.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with one of the following:

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

• Nursing Diploma

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Licensure

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or compact state licensure

 Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire

 Experience

• New graduates encouraged to apply

• Previous hospital experience preferred for some units

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Specialty certifications

• Prior acute care or specialty unit experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Frequent standing and walking throughout shifts

• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, and assist patients safely

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Radiologic Technologist – Outpatient
Location: Mercy Hospital South Outpatient Facilities (Kirkwood, Sindelar, Southfork, Watson)
Schedule: Full-Time | Days

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program and completion of required clinical hours.

Experience:

• One (1) year of relevant experience OR graduate of a bachelor’s degree program.

Licensure:

• State licensure may be required depending on the specific state of practice.

Certification/Registration:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Radiography ARRT(R)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Registered Respiratory Therapist

*Will consider Certified Respiratory Therapists*

Part Time - 12 hours/week

$10,000 Sign on Bonus Available

Overview:

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.

Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.

Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.

Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.

Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices.

Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Preferred Licensure:

Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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 Marine and expeditionary units and embarked medical departments on ships; continuous certification and recertification in areas such as basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care; mix of clinic, ward, and field environments with rapid response in emergent situations and a strong emphasis on teamwork and readiness.

Work Environment Assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, with Marine units in garrison and field environments, and occasionally on submarines; work in exam rooms, wards, operating rooms, emergency departments, aid stations, and field medical sites; close integration with medical teams, line units, and joint or coalition partners.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; numerous advanced C schools that lead to Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas such as Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, preventive medicine, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, dental, and dive medicine; progressive professional development through leadership courses and warfare qualifications such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins where applicable.

Direct enlistment into the Hospital Corpsman rating from civilian life; in service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings who meet screening and performance criteria; Reserve accession for prior service Hospital Corpsmen and select civilian medical professionals when manning needs allow.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by policy; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions; ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards required for medical and operational assignments.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

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 Marine and expeditionary units and embarked medical departments on ships; continuous certification and recertification in areas such as basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care; mix of clinic, ward, and field environments with rapid response in emergent situations and a strong emphasis on teamwork and readiness.

Work Environment Assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, with Marine units in garrison and field environments, and occasionally on submarines; work in exam rooms, wards, operating rooms, emergency departments, aid stations, and field medical sites; close integration with medical teams, line units, and joint or coalition partners.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; numerous advanced C schools that lead to Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas such as Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, preventive medicine, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, dental, and dive medicine; progressive professional development through leadership courses and warfare qualifications such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins where applicable.

Direct enlistment into the Hospital Corpsman rating from civilian life; in service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings who meet screening and performance criteria; Reserve accession for prior service Hospital Corpsmen and select civilian medical professionals when manning needs allow.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by policy; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions; ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards required for medical and operational assignments.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

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 Marine and expeditionary units and embarked medical departments on ships; continuous certification and recertification in areas such as basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care; mix of clinic, ward, and field environments with rapid response in emergent situations and a strong emphasis on teamwork and readiness.

Work Environment Assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, with Marine units in garrison and field environments, and occasionally on submarines; work in exam rooms, wards, operating rooms, emergency departments, aid stations, and field medical sites; close integration with medical teams, line units, and joint or coalition partners.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; numerous advanced C schools that lead to Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas such as Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, preventive medicine, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, dental, and dive medicine; progressive professional development through leadership courses and warfare qualifications such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins where applicable.

Direct enlistment into the Hospital Corpsman rating from civilian life; in service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings who meet screening and performance criteria; Reserve accession for prior service Hospital Corpsmen and select civilian medical professionals when manning needs allow.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by policy; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions; ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards required for medical and operational assignments.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.