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Combat Medic Specialist - Entry Level at US ARMY
US ARMY
Kent, WA
Administration
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Description
Medic Job Overview: Jumpstart your medical career! As an Army Medic, you are the front line in delivering life-saving emergency medical services to individuals in need. This dynamic and challenging position requires quick thinking, compassion, and the ability to perform under pressure. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and thrive in high-stakes situations, join our team! Requirements: Attend a 26-week paid training program to gain skills and certifications in emergency medical care, patient care, instructing medical training, medical equipment operations, patient transportation, and maintaining medical records. Advanced certifications require additional full funded training programs. Benefits: Comprehensive Healthcare, Vision, and Dental plans. 30 days paid vacation. 90 days paid paternity and maternity vacation. Comprehensive wellness programs including fitness facility access, nutrition consulting, curated fitness plans, and more. Housing, clothing, and relocation allowance. Tuition assistance. Student loan repayment. Flexible retirement and pension plans Pay and Promotion: Entry pay and promotions vary based on education level and qualifications. Hiring bonus opportunities available. Specialty bonuses available depending on qualifications and position. Guaranteed promotion opportunities. Additional Career Opportunities: Upon successful completion of first term contract, you are guaranteed up to 5 interviews with your choice 1,200 industry leading organizations including Cedar-Sinai Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Health System, and College of Biomedical Equipment Technology. Similar Career Fields Include: Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician, Health Education Specialist. About Our Organization: The U.S. Army offers a variety of possibilities for to discover your true potential - whether you are looking to gain technical expertise, travel the world, or serve your community, the Army's unique career opportunities and comprehensive benefits package will enable you to achieve your goals. Be All You Can Be. Now Hiring Full and Part Time Positions. Click apply for an Interview
Typical entry-level pay: $48k for Computer User Support Specialists nationally
National salary averages
Expected entry-level
$48k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$39k
Market range (10th-90th percentile)
$98k
Senior roles pay 62% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.
Balanced market
Many alternative paths available. Don't feel locked into any single offer.
Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
Limited
Mobility
Good mobility
Durability
Mostly durable
Who this leverage applies to
Weaker for:
Entry-level candidates, Career switchers
Where to negotiate
Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO
Likely Possible Unlikely
Does this path compound?
Job Growth →
⚡
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀
Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️
Plateau
Limited growth
⭐
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Expertise pays off
Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.
-4%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: Some college, no degree
Consider building adjacent skills to stay marketable.
Labor data: BLS 2024