Orthopedic Surgeon - U.S. Army 6th Medical Recruiting Battalion (Fresno, CA)
Description:
OVERVIEW JOB DUTIES Examine, diagnose and treat or prescribe course of treatment and surgery for patients with disorders, malformations, diseases and injuries to the musculoskeletal system, and perform required surgery Conduct and supervise direct patient care, and plan and execute disease prevention and health promotion programs Perform special staff functions in health support for commanders at all levels Unique duty positions include:
chief, Orthopedic Service; medical school faculty appointment REQUIREMENTS ACTIVE:
Doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy degree from an accredited U.
S.
school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico Eligibility for board certification Completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship Completion of a training program in orthopedic surgery Between 21 and 42 years of age (health care professionals ages 43 to 60 are now eligible for a two-year service contract under the Officer Accessions Pilot Program) U.
S.
citizenship RESERVE:
TRAINING In the U.
S.
Army, the case diversity surgeons experience in caring for Soldiers and their families far exceeds the medical care environment of the private sector.
As an Army Medical Corps officer, you'll have access to the most sophisticated technology, the opportunity to consult with experts in both the military and private sector, plus exceptional professional growth opportunities, including continuing education courses, seminars and conferences.
Surgeons may even serve as faculty at one of our prestigious graduate medical education programs.
The normal environment of an Army Medical Corps officer's work requires time-sensitive problem analysis with an accurate, sound and immediate decision.
Ability to operate under stress, apply critical thinking skills, make decisions and translate these skills to battlefield conditions is critical to medical and mission success.
Effective patient care requires the proper balance between technical skills and the ability to apply the appropriate treatment or procedure at the right moment.
Army Medical Corps officers possess expert knowledge in their area of concentration, patient management, and general support and coordination principles.
Surgeons gain this knowledge through continuing medical education and experience sustained by mentoring, additional institutional training, continuous self-development and progressive levels of assignments within their specialty.
COMPENSATION ACTIVE
Benefits:
In addition to the many privileges that come with being an officer on the U.
S.
Army health care team, you'll be rewarded with:
Noncontributory retirement benefits with 20 years of qualifying service No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family RESERVE
Benefits:
Health Professional Special Pay Noncontributory retirement benefits at age 60 with 20 years of qualifying service Low-cost life and dental insurance Travel opportunities, including humanitarian missions Both active and Reserve officers enjoy commissary and post exchange shopping privileges; a flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k); may receive pay for continuing education; and specialized training to become a leader in their field.
Responsibilities and Requirements:
Comments:
Source:
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
OVERVIEW JOB DUTIES Examine, diagnose and treat or prescribe course of treatment and surgery for patients with disorders, malformations, diseases and injuries to the musculoskeletal system, and perform required surgery Conduct and supervise direct patient care, and plan and execute disease prevention and health promotion programs Perform special staff functions in health support for commanders at all levels Unique duty positions include:
chief, Orthopedic Service; medical school faculty appointment REQUIREMENTS ACTIVE:
Doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy degree from an accredited U.
S.
school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico Eligibility for board certification Completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship Completion of a training program in orthopedic surgery Between 21 and 42 years of age (health care professionals ages 43 to 60 are now eligible for a two-year service contract under the Officer Accessions Pilot Program) U.
S.
citizenship RESERVE:
TRAINING In the U.
S.
Army, the case diversity surgeons experience in caring for Soldiers and their families far exceeds the medical care environment of the private sector.
As an Army Medical Corps officer, you'll have access to the most sophisticated technology, the opportunity to consult with experts in both the military and private sector, plus exceptional professional growth opportunities, including continuing education courses, seminars and conferences.
Surgeons may even serve as faculty at one of our prestigious graduate medical education programs.
The normal environment of an Army Medical Corps officer's work requires time-sensitive problem analysis with an accurate, sound and immediate decision.
Ability to operate under stress, apply critical thinking skills, make decisions and translate these skills to battlefield conditions is critical to medical and mission success.
Effective patient care requires the proper balance between technical skills and the ability to apply the appropriate treatment or procedure at the right moment.
Army Medical Corps officers possess expert knowledge in their area of concentration, patient management, and general support and coordination principles.
Surgeons gain this knowledge through continuing medical education and experience sustained by mentoring, additional institutional training, continuous self-development and progressive levels of assignments within their specialty.
COMPENSATION ACTIVE
Benefits:
In addition to the many privileges that come with being an officer on the U.
S.
Army health care team, you'll be rewarded with:
Noncontributory retirement benefits with 20 years of qualifying service No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family RESERVE
Benefits:
Health Professional Special Pay Noncontributory retirement benefits at age 60 with 20 years of qualifying service Low-cost life and dental insurance Travel opportunities, including humanitarian missions Both active and Reserve officers enjoy commissary and post exchange shopping privileges; a flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k); may receive pay for continuing education; and specialized training to become a leader in their field.
Responsibilities and Requirements:
Comments:
Source:
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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