65D Physician Assistant
About the role
As a commissioned Medical Corps Officer in the Army National Guard, you will stand among Soldiers as a Physician Assistant, providing crucial medical services to ensure the health and vitality of Soldiers and their families. This role offers a level of responsibility and experience not typically found in most health care settings, allowing you to work alongside talented physicians and make critical medical decisions that can advance your career.
Training
The Army National Guard Medical Team provides an initial military orientation and training course lasting 26 days in San Antonio, TX, at Fort Sam Houston. Training is conducted by fellow Medical Professional Officers. This role requires military enlistment, and applicants must meet minimum qualifications. Actual MOS assignment may depend on availability.
Responsibilities
- Cover gaps in treatment levels to support Soldiers and their families
- Work alongside physicians to make critical medical decisions
- Gain experience to advance your medical career
Requirements
- Meet the prescribed medical and moral standards for appointment as a commissioned Officer
- Be a United States citizen
- Have completed an accredited qualifying degree program
- Be 21 years of age (some Advanced Practice Medical Professionals may join up to age 58)
- Be able to obtain a secret security clearance
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications. Actual assignment may depend on position availability.
Benefits
- Up to $60,000 in Special Pay, paid at $20,000 per year (for a three-year commitment)
- Healthcare Professionals Loan Repayment, up to $240,000 (lifetime cap) paid at $40,000 per year (for a six-year commitment) for qualifying medical school loans
- Medical and dental care for you and your family (TRICARE Reserve Select)
- Up to $400,000 in low-cost life insurance
- Discounted and tax-free grocery and shopping privileges at post exchanges and commissaries
- Free military air flights based on space availability
- Free academic testing and counseling for spouse
- Access to recreational facilities on military installations
- A retirement pension plan at the completion of 20 years of part-time service
Programs and benefits are subject to change.