Navy Hospital Corpsman (HM): Definitive Guide (2025)

This guide provides helpful information to those considering to join the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman (HM) in Fiscal Year 2025.

If you’ve ever wanted to serve in the Navy and truly impact lives, this role needs to be on your radar.

Hospital Corpsmen keep Sailors and Marines healthy, ready, and in the fight. They’re the backbone of Navy medicine.

Here’s what they do:

  • Medical Care: From routine check-ups to emergency trauma response.
  • High-Stakes Environments: They operate on ships, in field hospitals, and even on the battlefield.
  • Critical to the Mission: Without them, the Navy doesn’t stay mission-ready.

This guide breaks it all down—history, training, responsibilities. Corpsmen don’t just assist—they lead in military healthcare.

ENLISTMENT BONUS: Future Navy Corpsmen in certain specialties are currently eligible to receive up to $30K in cash bonus just for signing up.

What is a Navy Hospital Corpsman?

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Hospital Corpsmen perform a range of duties to support the prevention and treatment of disease and injury, working alongside healthcare professionals to deliver medical care to Naval personnel and their families.

They may serve as clinical or specialty technicians, medical administrative personnel, or healthcare providers within medical treatment facilities.

Additionally, they operate as battlefield corpsmen with the Marine Corps, providing emergency medical treatment, including initial care in combat environments.

Qualified Hospital Corpsmen may be assigned independent duty aboard ships and submarines; within Fleet Marine Force, Special Forces, and Seabee units; or at remote duty stations where a medical officer is unavailable.

They also perform responsibilities as general dental assistants, which encompass dental infection control, management of dental treatment rooms, preventive dentistry, comprehensive dental assisting, and intraoral radiography.

Brief History of the Navy Hospital Corps

Born in War

The 1898 Beginning The Navy Hospital Corps arose out of necessity. Congress acted on June 17, 1898, during the Spanish-American War.

Sailors and Marines suffered wounds and sickness on a scale that well beyond the Navy’s medical capabilities.

The answer was bold: establish a corps of trained medical experts whose only mission was to rescue lives.

Growth and Transformation

The Navy Hospital Corps began as a group of hospital apprentices, young men with ambition but quite inadequate training. They learnt rapidly, adjusting to the demands of the combat and the harsh sea.

Over decades, the Corps expanded not just in number but also in mission, responding to the ever-changing needs of medicine and battle.

From the trenches of World War I to the beaches of Normandy, from jungle clearings in Vietnam to dusty forward operating sites in Afghanistan, the Corps has developed, perfecting its skills, broadening its reach, and mastering the intricacies of contemporary medicine.

The Present Mission

Hospital Corpsmen are now the backbone of Navy medical, bringing their knowledge to every corner of the world.

They work on warships and submarines, in huge Naval hospitals, and in harsh combat environments.

They stand ready on the decks of medical ships as they sail into disaster-stricken areas, bringing hope where none exists.

The Corpsmen’s work defines the Navy’s preparedness, demonstrating that even amid the turmoil of battle and the aftermath of tragedy, the purpose remains unchanged: to heal, rescue, and serve.

It is a history of tenacity and progress, a narrative of ordinary men and women responding to the tremendous demand of caring.

Specific HM Roles

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Hospital Corpsman Basic

Hospital Corpsmen Basic operate across naval and joint environments, both ashore and afloat. Core responsibilities include:

  • Administering medical aid and preventive medicine to treat and prevent disease, disability, and injury.
  • Supporting dental care, performing physical exams, and providing patient care.
  • Managing medicinal and parenteral solutions, along with general laboratory and pharmacy services.
  • Handling administrative, supply, and accounting tasks for medical departments.
  • Acting as sole medical personnel or battlefield Corpsmen in operational units.
  • Performing Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC).
  • Training personnel in medical aid, self-care, and hygiene.
  • Assisting with transportation for the sick or injured and maintaining occupational health standards.
  • Responding to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) incidents.

Advanced X-Ray Technician

Advanced X-Ray Technicians specialize in diagnostic imaging by:

  • Operating X-ray equipment for diagnostic radiographic and ultrasound exams.
  • Assisting radiologists in performing CAT scans, fluoroscopic exams, and vascular procedures.
  • Processing X-rays and maintaining imaging systems.
  • Managing radiology service administration, including dosimetry duties.

Aerospace Medical Technician

Aerospace Medical Technicians support aviation medicine with tasks such as:

  • Assisting flight surgeons in specialized exams and treatments for aviators.
  • Conducting aviation medical tests and investigations into aircraft mishaps.
  • Maintaining medical records specific to flight personnel.

Aerospace Physiology Technician

Aerospace Physiology Technicians provide survival training and physiological support by:

  • Instructing aircrew on flight physiology, spatial disorientation, and emergency egress techniques.
  • Conducting water survival training and maintaining training devices.
  • Serving as inside observers for hypobaric chamber operations while earning hazardous duty pay.

Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technicians focus on mental health care for service members and their families by:

  • Assisting in crisis management, short-term counseling, and group therapy facilitation.
  • Performing psychological assessments and supporting operational stress control programs.
  • Addressing trauma, mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries in both clinical and field settings.

Biomedical Equipment Technician

Biomedical Equipment Technicians ensure the functionality of medical devices by:

  • Assembling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and calibrating medical equipment.
  • Repairing and installing diagnostic, surgical, and monitoring systems.
  • Managing equipment safety programs and advising on medical technology logistics.

Cardiovascular Technician

Cardiovascular Technicians assist with cardiac care by:

  • Supporting interventional cardiac procedures, such as angioplasty and echocardiography.
  • Setting and maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
  • Applying radiation safety practices in fluoroscopic environments.

Deep Sea Diving Independent Duty Corpsman

Deep Sea Diving Independent Duty Corpsmen provide medical and operational support for diving units by:

  • Serving as Medical Department Representatives (MDRs) aboard ships or at isolated duty stations.
  • Performing emergency care, industrial hygiene, and diagnostics related to diving and high-pressure environments.
  • Operating recompression chambers and submarine rescue equipment.

Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienists deliver preventive and therapeutic oral care under the supervision of dental officers. Their duties include:

  • Conducting dental hygiene assessments, scaling, and root planing.
  • Educating patients on oral health and behavior modification.
  • Applying sealants, anticariogenic agents, and pain management techniques.

Dental Laboratory Technician

Basic: Fabricates, repairs, and modifies dental prostheses, including dentures and protective appliances.
Maxillofacial: Assists in creating prosthetic solutions for oral and craniofacial rehabilitation, including silicone-based and stone molds for specialized applications.


Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist

Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists focus on neurological diagnostics by:

  • Assisting in electroencephalography (EEG) tests for patients with brain disorders.
  • Operating and maintaining electroencephalography equipment.
  • Documenting findings and ensuring accurate test results.

Field Medical Service Technician

Field Medical Service Technicians provide medical support in operational environments by:

  • Managing field treatment facilities and casualty evacuation procedures.
  • Ensuring field sanitation and preventive health measures are in place.
  • Conducting health education programs to maintain force readiness.

Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Corpsman

Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Corpsmen specialize in providing medical care during special operations by:

  • Performing paramedical skills, minor surgeries, and advanced trauma care.
  • Conducting underwater searches, ship-bottom inspections, and SCUBA diving in support of operations.
  • Operating decompression chambers and maintaining diving equipment.

Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Independent Duty Corpsman

Reconnaissance IDCs operate independently of medical officers, delivering advanced care in unconventional warfare scenarios. Responsibilities include:

  • Diagnosing and managing complex medical cases, performing advanced trauma care, and managing long-term field care.
  • Supporting tactical and operational planning as medical advisors.
  • Supervising medical training for detachment personnel and indigenous forces.

Hemodialysis Technician

Hemodialysis Technicians specialize in renal care by:

  • Performing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis procedures independently.
  • Assisting with invasive renal, vascular, and peritoneal procedures.
  • Maintaining and managing access devices for dialysis.

Histopathology Technician

Histopathology Technicians support pathological analysis by:

  • Assisting pathologists in processing and examining tissue samples from surgical and necropsy procedures.
  • Preparing, embedding, staining, and mounting specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Maintaining histopathology records and equipment while supervising junior technicians.

Medical Deep Sea Diving Technician

Medical Deep Sea Diving Technicians combine diving expertise with medical care by:

  • Assisting in the prevention and treatment of diving-related illnesses and high-pressure conditions.
  • Operating and maintaining diving and recompression equipment.
  • Conducting underwater operations, including harbor inspections, ordnance searches, and rescue missions.
  • Gaining qualifications in air and mixed-gas diving procedures.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technicians perform advanced laboratory analyses, including:

  • Conducting tests in bacteriology, hematology, immunohematology, serology, and parasitology.
  • Operating, maintaining, and validating laboratory equipment.
  • Supporting diagnostic care with precise and timely lab results.

Mortician

Morticians handle decedent affairs and remains management, with responsibilities such as:

  • Inspecting and preparing remains for transport or burial.
  • Coordinating with next of kin and foreign officials on disposition processes.
  • Restoring and embalming remains for presentation, and conducting funeral services as required.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologists specialize in imaging and radiopharmaceuticals by:

  • Operating and maintaining gamma camera equipment.
  • Administering radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic purposes.
  • Assisting medical officers with radioactive therapies and analyzing biological specimens.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistants support rehabilitation by:

  • Assisting in treatment plans for physical and psychosocial disorders.
  • Fitting and fabricating orthotics for musculoskeletal injuries.
  • Supporting programs for combat stress management and acute rehabilitation services.

Optician

Opticians manage vision correction services, including:

  • Fabricating and dispensing single-vision and multifocal spectacles.
  • Performing spectacle repairs and equipment maintenance.
  • Assisting medical officers in diagnosing and managing ocular conditions.

Orthopedic Technician

Orthopedic Technicians assist with musculoskeletal care by:

  • Applying and removing casts, traction devices, and skeletal traction equipment.
  • Supporting minor operative procedures and managing patient records for orthopedic treatments.

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technicians prepare and dispense medications by:

  • Compounding pharmaceutical preparations based on medical prescriptions.
  • Procuring, storing, and issuing pharmaceutical materials.
  • Maintaining detailed records and submitting required reports.

Physical Therapy Technician

Physical Therapy Technicians assist in physical rehabilitation by:

  • Supervising exercise programs to enhance strength, coordination, and mobility.
  • Teaching ambulation aid use and applying therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, hot/cold packs, and electrical stimulation.

Preventive Medicine Technician

Preventive Medicine Technicians focus on health and hygiene by:

  • Conducting inspections of facilities, potable water systems, and waste disposal sites.
  • Performing bacteriological analyses and leading immunization programs.
  • Managing disease vector control, sanitation programs, and epidemiological investigations.

Radiation Health Technician

Radiation Health Technicians specialize in radiation safety by:

  • Monitoring radiation exposure and maintaining personnel dosimetry programs.
  • Conducting radiation surveys and analyzing gas and liquid samples for radioactive contamination.
  • Managing exposure records and ensuring compliance with health standards.

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapists provide pulmonary care through:

  • Administering gas therapy, nebulization, and mechanical ventilation.
  • Conducting pulmonary function tests and managing respiratory equipment.
  • Performing minor maintenance on ventilators and other respiratory apparatus.

Search and Rescue Medical Technician

Search and Rescue (SAR) Medical Technicians provide emergency medical care in aviation rescue operations by:

  • Delivering advanced trauma life support and administering emergency medicine during evacuations.
  • Handling patient transport and using aeromedical techniques in MEDEVAC and CASEVAC missions.
  • Maintaining NATOPS certification and proficiency in rescue operations.

Submarine Force Independent Duty Corpsman

Submarine Force IDCs operate independently aboard submarines, where they:

  • Provide advanced medical care, manage radiation health programs, and conduct diagnostics.
  • Oversee preventive medicine and industrial hygiene for submarine environments.
  • Serve as Radiation Health Officers (RHOs), maintaining exposure records and managing dosimetry programs.

Surface Force Independent Duty Corpsman

Surface Force IDCs serve as the primary medical representatives aboard surface ships and in field environments. Duties include:

  • Conducting advanced medical diagnostics and providing emergency care.
  • Managing preventive medicine programs and medical logistics.
  • Training and educating personnel in health and safety measures.

Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologists support surgical operations by:

  • Preparing sterile environments, instruments, and materials for surgery.
  • Assisting medical officers during surgical procedures and managing resuscitation equipment.
  • Maintaining surgical records and training junior personnel.

Urology Technician

Urology Technicians specialize in urological care by:

  • Assisting with examinations and treatments for urological conditions.
  • Operating and maintaining specialized urological equipment.
  • Preparing supplies and instruments for urological surgeries.

Rank Structure

Pay Grade Rate Abbreviation Title
E-1 Hospitalman Recruit HR Hospitalman Recruit
E-2 Hospitalman Apprentice HA Hospitalman Apprentice
E-3 Hospitalman HN Hospitalman
E-4 Hospital Corpsman Third Class HM3 Petty Officer Third Class
E-5 Hospital Corpsman Second Class HM2 Petty Officer Second Class
E-6 Hospital Corpsman First Class HM1 Petty Officer First Class
E-7 Chief Hospital Corpsman HMC Chief Petty Officer
E-8 Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman HMCS Senior Chief Petty Officer
E-9 Master Chief Hospital Corpsman HMCM Master Chief Petty Officer

Salary for the First 6 Years

Monthly pay for Navy enlisted Sailors (E-1 to E-6) in the first six years is laid out in the January 2025 Active Duty Pay chart:

RankLess than 2 YearsOver 2 YearsOver 3 YearsOver 4 YearsOver 6 Years
E-1$2,108.10$2,108.10$2,108.10$2,108.10$2,108.10
E-2$2,362.80$2,362.80$2,362.80$2,362.80$2,362.80
E-3$2,484.60$2,640.60$2,800.80$2,800.80$2,800.80
E-4$2,752.20$2,892.90$3,049.80$3,204.30$3,341.40
E-5$3,001.50$3,203.70$3,358.80$3,517.20$3,763.80
E-6$3,276.60$3,606.00$3,765.00$3,919.80$4,080.60

Extra Pays and Allowances

Housing Allowance (BAH):
For members living off-base. Covers rent, based on rank, location, and if they have dependents.

Subsistence Allowance (BAS):
Enlisted get $465.77 monthly for food.

Hazard Duty Pay:
For dangerous jobs. Pays $150-$250 per month, depending on the job.

Sea Pay:
For those assigned to ships or deployed units. Depends on rank and time at sea, from $50 to $750 a month.

Special and Incentive Pays:
Bonuses for certain roles, like air traffic control or unique skills. These can be a few hundred to thousands per year.

Source: Figures are from the Defense Finance and Accounting Service.

Benefits

  • Healthcare: Active-duty personnel are eligible for free complete medical and dental treatment. Tricare programs are inexpensive for families to use.
  • Housing Accomodation: Depending on location, rank, and family size, free on-base accommodation or a tax-free housing allowance (BAH) for off-base living are available.
  • Food: Monthly Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) for food costs is known as the “food allowance.”
  • Blended Retirement System (BRS): Conventional pensions are no longer available to active-duty personnel. Rather:
    • Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): Up to 5% in government matching and automatic contributions.
    • Retirement Pay: After 20 years of service, you’re eligible for monthly payments according on the BRS formula, which combines TSP savings with a calculated pension.
  • Education:
    • Availability of tuition assistance programs that pay for all or part of college tuition.
    • Support for higher education under the post-9/11 GI Bill.
    • Navy College Program to support education while on service.
  • Life Insurance: Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) provides coverage up to $500,000.
  • Vacation: ten or more federal holidays plus thirty days of paid vacation each year.
  • Extra Benefits:
    • Exchanges and commissaries provide tax-free purchasing.
    • Discounted travel via military resorts, access to fitness centers, and leisure amenities.

Application Process: How to Become a Corpsman

Becoming a Navy Hospital Corpsman involves a few key steps. Here’s a breakdown of the process:

  1. Meet Eligibility Requirements:
    • Be between 17 and 34 years old.
    • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
    • Meet the physical and medical standards for Navy service.
  2. Enlist in the Navy:
    • Speak with a recruiter to discuss career options and confirm eligibility.
    • Complete the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test.
      • ASVAB Score Requirements: Applicants must achieve at least one of the following combinations:
        • VE + AR + MK + GS = 200
        • MK + GS + 2VE = 208
        • AR + PC + MK = 156
        • GS + AR + MK + VE = 200 and CS = 60
  3. Complete Navy Boot Camp:
    • Attend an 10-week Recruit Training program (Boot Camp) at Great Lakes, Illinois.
    • Learn Navy traditions, physical fitness, and teamwork essential for active duty.
  4. Attend Hospital Corps School:
    • Graduate from the 19-week Hospital Corpsman Basic (HCB) course at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
    • Develop skills necessary for assignments in medical facilities, naval ships, or with operational units.
  5. Pursue Advanced Training (Optional):
    • Apply for specialized training in areas such as:
      • Aerospace Medical Technician
      • Behavioral Health Technician
      • Advanced Emergency Medicine
      • Independent Duty Corpsman (IDC)
  6. Receive Duty Assignment:
    • Corpsmen are assigned to their first duty station, which may include naval hospitals, operational units, or Fleet Marine Force (FMF) deployments.
  7. Service Obligation:
    • To become a Hospital Corpsman in the U.S. Navy, you’ll need to commit to at least five years of service. This time allows you to gain the training and hands-on experience needed to perform your duties effectively and support the Navy’s mission.

Career Path After Recruit Training

HMs receive foundational training for their rating through on-the-job training (OJT) or formal Navy schooling.

Opportunities for advanced technical and operational training are available at later stages of career development, allowing HMs to specialize further and advance in their field.

Initial Training

  • Location: Hospital Corps Class “A” School, Fort Sam Houston, Texas
  • Training Duration: Approximately 19 weeks
  • Subjects Covered:
    • Basic principles and techniques of patient care
    • First aid procedures and related skills
  • Training Methods: Group and modular instruction

Assignments After “A” School

Upon successful completion of Class “A” School, Hospital Corpsmen are assigned to Navy medical treatment facilities, operational Navy units, or Fleet Marine Force (FMF) units.

Follow-On Assignments

Assignments after the initial tour may include:

  • Dental strand or advanced technical training at a “C” School.
  • Overseas assignments.
  • Standard sea or shore tours.

Specific Duties and Limitations

  • HMs are commonly assigned to ships and field medical support units within FMF.
  • Female HMs are not assigned to submarines, SEAL teams, or certain FMF units due to operational restrictions.

Field Medical Training

Before arriving at their first permanent duty station, most HMs assigned to field or FMF units undergo specialized training at Field Medical Service School at one of the following locations:

  • Camp Lejeune, NC
  • Camp Pendleton, CA

This training equips Hospital Corpsmen with the medical knowledge and field skills necessary to support Marine Corps operations and/or Seabee units.


Career Progression Overview

Over a 20-year Navy career, Hospital Corpsmen typically spend:

  • 40% of their time with fleet or FMF units, supporting operational readiness in challenging environments.
  • 60% of their time in shore-based or other types of duty, such as medical treatment facilities or advanced technical roles.

This career path offers diverse opportunities for both professional development and operational service. Let me know if you’d like further expansion on specific aspects!

Ranks of the Hospital Corps

Hospital Corpsmen go through a succession of pay grades known as “rates,” which correlate to their increasing competence, experience, and leadership duties.

These ratings identify their duties in the Navy and demonstrate their advancement in technical proficiency and leadership.

Here’s an overview of the main rates for Corpsmen:

PaygradeRateDescription
E-1Hospitalman Recruit (HR)Entry-level paygrade for new enlistees.
E-2Hospitalman Apprentice (HA)Demonstrates basic proficiency and commitment.
E-3Hospitalman (HN)Prepares for advanced roles and specialized training.
E-4Hospital Corpsman Third Class (HM3)First supervisory role with technical responsibilities.
E-5Hospital Corpsman Second Class (HM2)Assumes leadership and mentoring roles.
E-6Hospital Corpsman First Class (HM1)Experienced senior Corpsman overseeing larger teams.
E-7Chief Hospital Corpsman (HMC)Senior enlisted Corpsman providing advanced leadership.
E-8Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman (HMCS)Oversees medical operations and mentors junior leaders.
E-9Master Chief Hospital Corpsman (HMCM)Senior enlisted leader with administrative and strategic roles.

These paygrades provide a defined route for professional development and greater responsibility, ensuring that Corpsmen are ready to meet the changing demands of Navy Medicine.

Many Corpsmen spend their whole careers on active service, and those promoted to Petty Officer rank take on further leadership duties in their units.

One Day in the Life of a Navy Hospital Corpsman

0600: Morning Muster, Gear Check
Your day starts at 0600, with morning muster. This is where you and your team will meet for the day’s briefing and updates from leadership.

After the party has dispersed, you carefully evaluate your medical equipment. Whether you’re treating a small injury or reacting to a life-threatening crisis, every item must be there and available for use right away.

0800: Clinical or Tactical Training
The following steps depend on where you are stationed. If you work in a medical treatment facility (MTF), your morning routine may include assisting with sick call, drawing labs, or checking vitals to aid in diagnosis.

If you’re assigned to a field unit, the tempo is different. You’ll most likely go through emergency response exercises or perform Tactical Combat Casualty Care, honing the abilities required to save lives in high-pressure, combat-like situations.

1200: Physical Fitness and Lunch
In the Navy, staying physically ready is not only encouraged, but also necessary. After a brief lunch, you set aside time for physical exercise (PT).

This might entail going to the gym alone or joining your unit for group activities. The idea is to keep strong and prepared for the physical demands of your job, whether you’re moving big equipment or reacting to crises in harsh conditions.

1400: Afternoon Rounds and Patient Care
The afternoon is devoted to patient-centered chores. You may help a Navy doctor with medical rounds, arrange and resupply drugs, or educate sailors and Marines on health issues.

It’s not only about healing injuries; avoiding them is just as vital, and you can help promote general health and preparedness.

1800: Evening Wrap-Up and Watch Duty
As the day comes to a close, you’ll do final rounds, update records, and make sure everything is in order for the following shift.

If you’re deployed or on board a ship, your obligations may extend into the evening via watch duty.

Being on watch guarantees that there is always a qualified expert available to react, regardless of the hour.

FAQs About Navy Hospital Corpsmen

What does a Hospital Corpsman do?

The Hospital Corpsmen in the Navy belong to the first line of medical professionals who provide health care to the sailors, Marines, and their family members.

They administer routine medical care, handle emergencies, and treat injury cases in both clinical and field settings.

Their critical role also includes fighting under the code in combat zones, contributing towards disaster relief efforts, and taking part in humanitarian missions whenever needed.

What is a Hospital Corpsman equivalent to?

In civilian health care, Hospital Corpsmen perform duties similar to those of paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) or medical assistants.

However, their training includes other competencies, especially in trauma care, battlefield medicine, and functioning effectively in high-stress and unpredictable environments.

How do you become a Hospital Corpsman?

To become a Hospital Corpsman, one has to enlist in the Navy, go through Basic Training, and then graduate from Hospital Corps School.

Advanced training allows specialization in various fields, to name but a few: radiology, surgical technology, or advanced combat medicine.

How much does a Navy Corpsman make?

A Navy Corpsman’s pay is determined by rank, time in service, and where he is serving. For instance, an E-1 with 1 year of service will earn $2,108.10 per month.

Housing and subsistence allowances add to that income, as does special pay for duties considered hazardous or associated with deployment.

Final Thoughts

A Navy Hospital Corpsman’s work is more than the practice of medicine; it is service, dedication, and the deep impact of saving lives while forging lifelong bonds.

Whether in support of combat operations with Marines, serving aboard naval vessels, or contributing to humanitarian missions, the impact of a Hospital Corpsman is felt around the world.

If you are ready to start a meaningful and challenging career, then join the Hospital Corps. It is a reward in itself that starts with you making a choice to serve.

To find out more about becoming a Navy Hospital Corpsman, log on to the official Navy web site at http://www.navy.com/.

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Ted Kingston
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