Orthopedic Specialist (68B) Job at U.S. Army, Houston, TX

REMyaVl0MHFtbnl6QUQyN3FlVDVleUFaRHc9PQ==
  • U.S. Army
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and as an Orthopedic Specialist (68B), you'll assist with all kinds of patient care at an Orthopedic clinic—where patients are treated for pain and injuries to bones, joints, and muscles. You'll help prep patients for surgery, monitor their care afterwards, and even assist orthopedic surgeons with procedures in the operating room. This is not a civilian contractor position.

No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
  • 17 to 34 Years Old
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Meet Tattoo Guidelines
  • No Major Law Violations
  • No Medical Concerns

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • 4 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available 
  • 10 weeks of Basic Training 
  • 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training 
  • 107 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT) 
  • 101 ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST) 

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN:

  • Patient Care 
  • Emergency Medical Care 
  • Surgical Operations 

BENEFITS:

Financial Benefits:

  • Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
  • Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
  • Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.

Healthcare:

  • Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
  • Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.

Education:

  • Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
  • GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill.
  • Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.

Housing and Living:

  • Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
  • On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.
  • Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.

Career and Training:

  • Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
  • Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.

Family Support:

  • Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
  • Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.

Retirement and Veterans Benefits:

  • Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
  • VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.

Recreation and Leisure:

  • Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Relocation package,

Similar Jobs

PGTEK

Data Center Technician - Ellendale, ND Job at PGTEK

 ...Datacenter Hardware Technician Ellendale, ND (100% onsite) - FYI - this position wouldn't start until early December 2025. We can provide relocation assistance. This will be first shift however it will occasionally rotate (8 hours per day, 40 hours a week). Must... 

State of Florida

FINANCIAL CONTROL ANALYST - 43004852 Job at State of Florida

 ...university with a major course of study in compliance, accounting, finance, economics, business, insurance, or risk management and...  ...Qualifications for this position include the following REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of financial accounting... 

State of Alaska

PFD Specialist 1 [IPS Supervisor] Job at State of Alaska

 ...You Will Be Doing The Permanent Fund Dividend Divisions PFD Specialist 1 is responsible for creating and maintaining all procedures...  ...). Additional Required Information **NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY** THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS... 

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.

Senior BEOL Integration Engineer - III-V RF Semiconductors Job at Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.

 ...seeking an R&D III-V Back-End-of-Line Integration Engineer to develop and optimize micro-fabrication processes for high-performance semiconductor devices. The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. and extensive experience in advanced semiconductor processes. This role offers a... 

U.S. Army

Unmanned Aircraft System Operator (U.S. Army) Job at U.S. Army

 ...and correspondence courses Part-time schooling Entrepreneurship training for those interested in starting a small business Flight school Licensing and certification courses Vocational training and trade schools National testing On-the-job training...