Navy enlisted podiatry specialties? [Archive] - Scuttlebutt Forum by Corpsman.com

jbar

04-30-2008, 23:08

Hello,

I am a DEP recruit set to ship out June 2. My contract is for HM and I am looking at C-schools that will advance my endeavor towards my long term career goal. I have already graduated from NMSU with a degree in biology and did one year of grad school in the MPH program. I know that I want to be either a podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon, and was wondering if anyone has heard of the Navy enlisted podiatry specialties. I found an article on military.com that described this program: http://www.usmilitary.com/1986/navy-enlisted-podiatry-specialties/
I have not seen anything else in my own research about such program and see in the link the year 1986. Is this program now defunct or has it just been reclassed as something else? Any insight would be appreciated.

8404

05-01-2008, 06:36

There are Officer Programs for the Navy that will pay for your Medical School. Seems like enlisting as a Corpsman would be taking the long route towards your goal of becoming a Podiatrist.

Read more about Navy Health Care Fields here:

http://www.navy.com/careers/healthcare/medicalservicecorps/clinicalcareproviders/podiatry/

jbar

05-01-2008, 12:03

8404,

Thank you for the reply. I am aware of the officer programs available and was concurrently preparing my officer packet and working with the officer recruiter at the beginning. I took my mcat exam and am still waiting on the results, but many factors played into my decision to go enlisted.

It may seem like the long route, but considering that the soonest I could enroll in a medical program (contingent on being accepted of course) would be August '09, the few extra years I would take going enlisted first isn't very long. I work as a medical assistant now, but the pay and benefits are not very good. The thought of waiting until Aug '09, or even an additional year past that date to start, is not as appealing as starting now and gaining valuable experience.

I want to serve my country, and rather than arguing with people who disagree with what we are doing now in our foreign affairs, I want to actively apply my beliefs by participating in what our country is doing. In addition, my wife is ready to leave the desert, and the student loan repayment program that was approved for me will alleviate a lot of financial stress for us.

Having my degree I know that I can always move up to an officer position and/or become a doctor. Going enlisted is an experience that I only have the chance to do once. I really feel that it would make me a better officer in the end and I would appreciate the position more having worked my way up to it.

I know this is long, but I have thought very hard about and discussed with my wife the benefits and drawbacks of my decision, and truly feel I am doing the right thing.

So, the link you posted discusses the officer podiatry opportunities, but there are no enlisted positions. Do you think that the first article I found might be disinformation? Thank you again for your time and response.

J.B.

8404

05-01-2008, 12:38

I can't speak on the first article! However, I applaud your willingness to answer the call. The same call I answered more than 35 years ago.

Sounds like you have researched everything and the only thing left for me to do is to take one step back and salute you and say, Welcome Aboard.

May you have nothing but Fair Winds and Following Seas

Respectfully;
8404

DocLat

05-04-2008, 19:51

Welcome aboard brother!
When you mention NMSU would that happen to be New Mexico State University?
I graduated from NMSU in '86, enlisted in '87 and retired last July.

As for a NEC for podiatry, it doesn't exist. You might be able to become an Ortho Tech and slide into Podiatry, or even a Surgical Tech.
Though I'm not sure if if the Ortho NEC still exists.
In my experience most folks that work in Podiatry are either, Quad Zeros (0000 No Nec) Ortho Techs, or Surg Techs.

The way Navy Medicine works is if the job can not be delpoyed, get rid of the NEC and hire a contractor.

(Rant on) Send all the folks with the delopyable NEC's on deployment so often they get out before reaching retirement and help eliminate the legacy debt. (Rant Off) :rmad:

Good Luck!

Mike

Da-Chief

05-04-2008, 20:44

To better prepare you for our Navy.. I am giving you all the "GOUGE" on our Enlisted Codes for Navy Medical Enlisted..

You better get used to this.. After you read this.. then get back to us with questions.. I think you might want to go Surg Tech more then anything.. if you get the chance.. A recruiter CAN NOT I repeat CAN NOT guarantee you a C-School (ALthough they will call FMBT a C-SChool It's not). Get with us before you sign "ANYTHING". You don't get to pick a C-School shipmate, It gets to pick you. In other words there has to be a need. We don't offer you a condo or a driver either, even if the recruiter promised you one.
Read this all of it.. If I were you I would really think about Respiratroy or Surg if you are going The "DOCTOR" route..
D/C

HOSPITAL CORPSMAN<o:p></o:p>
HM-8401 Search and Rescue Medical Technician<o:p></o:p>
Performs aircrew and emergency medical care functions assigned in support of search and rescue missions. Qualified in Emergency Medical<o:p></o:p>
Technician - Ambulance A (EMT-A), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Triage, IV therapy, use of emergency medical equipment, patient<o:p></o:p>
handling, and aero-medical evacuation techniques. Must be NATOPS qualified for assigned crew position.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course:<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 8201<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN:<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: NAVAIR,<o:p></o:p>
FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP:<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTES:<o:p></o:p>
1. The medical standards established by NAVMEDCOMINST 1510.5 Series and the flight standards established by CNO must be met prior to award<o:p></o:p>
of this NEC.<o:p></o:p>
2. Member will retain this NEC for the maximum number of 8 years. If the member has not qualified for another advanced closed loop NEC<o:p></o:p>
utilizing their skills and experience in emergency medicine i.e. HM-8425, 8402, or skills and experience in aircrew position and aerospace medicine<o:p></o:p>
or physiology HM-8406, 8409 by the end of the 8th year after graduation, his or her next PCS assignment will be to a general HM-0000 billet<o:p></o:p>
maintaining the current HM-000 sea/shore rotation and the HM-8401 NEC will be removed by CHNAVPERS.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8402 Submarine Force Independent Duty Corpsman<o:p></o:p>
Serves as the Medical Department Representative (MDR) aboard submarines and at various isolated duty stations ashore independent of a medical<o:p></o:p>
officer. Performs patient care and associated shipboard administrative and logistical duties. Performs diagnostic procedures, advanced first aid,<o:p></o:p>
basic life support, nursing procedures, minor surgery, basic clinical laboratory procedures and other routine and emergency health care. Conducts<o:p></o:p>
and directs preventive medicine and industrial hygiene surveillance programs. Familiar in the prevention and treatment of illness associated with the<o:p></o:p>
enclosed submarine environment, diving, and high-pressure conditions. Provides for health education to junior medical and nonmedical personnel.<o:p></o:p>
Performs all patient care and medical management functions set forth in Chapter 9, Manual of the Medical Department. Serves as the Radiation<o:p></o:p>
Health Officer (RHO) aboard submarines, and are trained in the medical aspects relative to personnel exposed to ionizing radiation. Directs and<o:p></o:p>
administers the Personnel Dosimetry and Radiation Health Programs. Maintains and compiles radiation exposure records and reports. Senior<o:p></o:p>
personnel assigned to shore and operational staffs provide medical assistance, training, and inspection services to operational forces and component<o:p></o:p>
units. Additionally, when assigned ashore they serve primarily as nonphysician health care provider at fixed medical treatment facilities (MTFs).<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E5-E9<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0001<o:p></o:p>
B-300-0005<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E5-E9<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 845E<o:p></o:p>
475W<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: N<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: No<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTES:<o:p></o:p>
1. Although NEC 8407 is not listed as a component NEC, personnel disqualified for submarines may at the discretion of the Enlisted<o:p></o:p>
Community Manager (ECM) be recoded to HM-8407.<o:p></o:p>
2. Must continuously maintain Independent Duty Corpsman certifications to retain NEC. Recommendations for removal of NEC will be made<o:p></o:p>
by the Commanding Officer based on evaluation of the member’s operational proficiency and professional performance in accordance with the<o:p></o:p>
provisions of OPNAVINST 6400.1 (series). Send NAVPERS 1221/6 to PERS-4013D2 via the ECM (N13).<o:p></o:p>
162<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8403 Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Independent Duty Corpsman<o:p></o:p>
Provides medical and operational services for Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance personnel engaged in direct action and reconnaissance operations<o:p></o:p>
independently of a medical officer. Performs patient care as well as associated operational administrative and logistical duties. Performs clinical<o:p></o:p>
diagnostics, advanced paramedical skills, advanced cardiac life support, nursing, basic anesthesia, basic dental exams and procedures and other<o:p></o:p>
routine and emergency medical health care procedures as required. Instructs and advises operational personnel in measures for prevention of illness<o:p></o:p>
and treatment of injuries associated with swimming, open and closed circuit SCUBA diving, military free fall and amphibious operations. Performs<o:p></o:p>
duties using open and closed circuit SCUBA in direct support of Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Units. Conducts underwater searches to include<o:p></o:p>
detailed ship-bottom searches. Inspects and maintains SCUBA and related equipment. Knows the laws of diving and gas physics and understands<o:p></o:p>
the theory and practice of decompression and the use of decompression tables. Performs duties as a hyperbaric chamber operator. Recognizes all<o:p></o:p>
types of illnesses associated with diving to include oxygen and carbon dioxide toxicity, nitrogen narcosis, type I and II decompression sickness and<o:p></o:p>
air gas embolism. Enters the chamber as the inside tender to care for patients suffering from decompression sickness as well as other conditions<o:p></o:p>
requiring hyperbaric treatment. Provides health care as a non-physician health care provider when assigned to fixed medical treatment facilities.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 8427<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E5-E8<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-2403<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E5-E8<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 0501<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: N<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: No<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTES:<o:p></o:p>
1. Personnel who have completed the Joint Special Operations Medical Sergeants Course (SOMED 011-18-D30) after 1 January 1991 may be<o:p></o:p>
awarded NEC HM-8403.<o:p></o:p>
2. Personnel who have the component NEC HM-8427 and have completed Surface Force Independent Duty Corpsman School<o:p></o:p>
(B-300-0019) may be awarded the NEC HM-8403 with appropriate supporting recommendation from the FMF Reconnaissance community and<o:p></o:p>
Headquarters Marine Corps (Code HS).<o:p></o:p>
3. Must continuously maintain Independent Duty Corpsman certifications to retain NEC. Recommendations for removal of NEC will be made by<o:p></o:p>
the Commanding Officer based on evaluation of the member’s operational proficiency and professional performance in accordance with the<o:p></o:p>
provisions of OPNAVINST 6400.1 (series). Send NAVPERS 1221/6 to PERS-4013D2 via the ECM (N13).<o:p></o:p>
4. Must continuously maintain Dive/Jump qualifications to retain NEC.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8404 Field Medical Service Technician<o:p></o:p>
Provides medical and dental services for personnel in field units. Provides technical and administrative assistance to support the mission and<o:p></o:p>
functions of the Navy and Marine Corps field units. Maintains organizational level AMAL’s and ADAL’s. Assists in the procurement and<o:p></o:p>
distribution of supplies and equipment for field use and combat areas. Maintains field treatment facilities. Renders first aid and emergency medical<o:p></o:p>
and dental treatment to unit personnel/combatants. Coordinates and performs medical evacuation procedures. Ensures observance of field sanitary<o:p></o:p>
measures and preventive measures in specialized warfare. Conducts first aid and health education training programs.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 7<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E9<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0013<o:p></o:p>
B-300-0213<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E9<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3387, 3388, 02FJ, 02FL<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: A<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8406 Aerospace Medical Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists flight surgeon or medical officer in special examination and treatments for naval aviators and flight personnel. Assists in conducting aviation<o:p></o:p>
medical tests. Assists flight surgeon in investigating and reporting results of aircraft mishaps. Maintains aviation medical records and files.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0017<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3301<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>

HM-8407 Radiation Health Technician<o:p></o:p>
Performs duties of radiation monitor, radiation surveys, gas and liquid analyses with knowledge of the medical aspects relating to personnel exposed<o:p></o:p>
to ionizing radiation. Directs and administers the personnel dosimetry program. Maintains radiation exposure records as part of the health records.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-322-0010<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3374<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
163<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8408 Cardiovascular Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists in all phases of cardiac catheterization, angiocardiography, arterial puncture studies, bronchography. Sets up and maintains sterile field packs<o:p></o:p>
and cares for all instruments, and operates fluoroscope. Possesses knowledge of skin testing methods using purified proteins derivative of tuberculin,<o:p></o:p>
histoplasmosis and coccidioidin.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0018<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3380<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservist who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program and or<o:p></o:p>
is certified by the National Registry for Cardiovascular Technologists, and 2) is a cardiovascular technologist/technician with documented current<o:p></o:p>
clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8409 Aerospace Physiology Technician<o:p></o:p>
Serves as a technical assistant to the Aerospace Physiologist. Provides instruction to aviation and non-aviation personnel in aeromedical aspects of<o:p></o:p>
flight, in-flight visual problems, spatial disorientation, emergency egress systems, personal life support equipment, and water survival techniques.<o:p></o:p>
Performs the duties of an inside instructor/observer on hypobaric chamber flights. Operates and maintains training devices peculiar to the aviation<o:p></o:p>
physiology and aviation water survival training programs. Performs the administrative duties required of the Aviation Physiology Training Units.<o:p></o:p>
Assists in the fleet introduction and evaluation of aviator's personal and survival equipment.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-322-0011<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 814X<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8410 Bio-Medical Equipment Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assembles, maintains, troubleshoots, aligns, and calibrates medical equipment. Calculates circuit parameters, solder, plumbing, welding, and<o:p></o:p>
documentation. The major emphasis is on deployable medial equipment, i.e., X-Ray, dental X-Ray, laboratory, ophthalmic, dental, pneumatic,<o:p></o:p>
hydraulic, general, medical and surgical diagnostic and treatment equipment at the module or circuit board level.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 1<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E8<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-326-1000<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E4-E8<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 02TL<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8416 Nuclear Medicine Technologist<o:p></o:p>
Operates and maintains radioactive isotope therapy apparatus. Assists medical officer in preparing and conducting radioactive isotope therapy and in<o:p></o:p>
organizing and administering radioactive isotope therapy clinic.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-311-0016<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 468F, 468E, 468G<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
164<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8425 Surface Force Independent Duty Corpsman<o:p></o:p>
Serves as the Medical Department Representative (MDR) aboard surface ships, with the units of the Fleet Marine Force, and at various isolated duty<o:p></o:p>
stations ashore independent of a medical officer. Performs patient care and associated shipboard administrative and logistical duties. Performs<o:p></o:p>
diagnostic procedures, advanced first aid, basic life support, nursing procedures, minor surgery, basic clinical laboratory procedures, and other<o:p></o:p>
routine and emergency health care. Conducts and direct preventive medicine and industrial health surveillance programs. Provides for health<o:p></o:p>
education to junior medical and all nonmedical personnel. Perform all patient care and medical management functions set forth in Chapter 9, Manual<o:p></o:p>
of the Medical Department. Administers the Radiation Health Program as necessary. Senior personnel assigned to shore and operational staffs<o:p></o:p>
provide medical assistance, training, and inspection services to operational forces and component units. Additionally, when assigned ashore, they<o:p></o:p>
serve primarily as nonphysician health care providers at fixed medical treatment facilities (MTFs).<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E5-E9<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0019<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E5-E9<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 4356<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: N<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: Must continuously maintain Independent Duty Corpsman certifications to retain NEC. Recommendations for removal of NEC will be made<o:p></o:p>
by the Commanding Officer based on evaluation of the member’s operational proficiency and professional performance in accordance with the<o:p></o:p>
provisions of OPNAVINST 6400.1 (series). Send NAVPERS 1221/6 to PERS-4013D2 via the ECM (N13).<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8427 Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Corpsman<o:p></o:p>
Provides medical and operational services for Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance personnel engaged in direct action and reconnaissance operations.<o:p></o:p>
Performs paramedical skills, basic life support, minor surgical procedures and other routine and emergency medical health care procedures as<o:p></o:p>
required. Instructs and advises operational personnel in measures for prevention of illness and treatment of injuries associated with swimming, open<o:p></o:p>
and closed circuit SCUBA diving, military freefall and amphibious operations. Performs duties using open and closed circuit SCUBA in direct<o:p></o:p>
support of Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Units. Conducts underwater searches to include detailed ship-bottom searches. Inspects and<o:p></o:p>
maintains SCUBA and related equipment. Knows the laws of diving and gas physics and understands the theory and practice of decompression and<o:p></o:p>
the use of decompression tables. Performs duties as a hyperbaric chamber operator. Recognizes all types of illnesses associated with diving to<o:p></o:p>
include oxygen and carbon dioxide toxicity, nitrogen narcosis, type I and II decompression sickness and air gas embolism. Enters the chamber as the<o:p></o:p>
inside tender to care for patients suffering from decompression sickness as well as other conditions requiring hyperbaric treatment.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 8404<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: N931<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0011<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC: 8492<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 231Z<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: No<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTES:<o:p></o:p>
1. NEC is awarded upon completion of all of the following courses: 1) USMC Basic Reconnaissance, 2) USMC Combatant Divers, 3) Army Basic<o:p></o:p>
Airborne School, 4) USMC Special Amphibious Reconnaissance Corpsman Diving Medicine, 5) Joint Special Operations Forces Trauma Medic.<o:p></o:p>
2. Recommendation for removal of NEC HM-8427 will be made by the member's Commanding Officer based on an evaluation of the individual's<o:p></o:p>
proficiency and professional performance in accordance with the provisions of OPNAVINST 6400.1 (series). Send NAVPERS 1221/6 to PERS-<o:p></o:p>
4013D2 via the ECM (N13).<o:p></o:p>
3. Must continuously maintain Dive/Jump qualifications to retain NEC.<o:p></o:p>

HM-8432 Preventive Medicine Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists Medical Department Officers in the performance of Preventive Medicine and Occupational Health Programs for Navy and Marine Corps<o:p></o:p>
forces ashore and afloat. Performs inspections and surveys of food and food service facilities, berthing spaces, barber and beauty shops, child care<o:p></o:p>
facilities, recreational facilities, swimming pools, potable water systems, solid waste and waste water disposal sites and systems, vehicles, and<o:p></o:p>
transport containers. Conducts bacteriological analysis of food, water, and ice samples. Conducts epidemiological investigations and reporting<o:p></o:p>
(Disease Alert Report), interviews and counsels sexually transmitted disease and other communicable disease patients and contacts, administers mass<o:p></o:p>
immunization programs and conducts nosocomial infection control programs. Applies statistical methods to human mortality, morbidity, and<o:p></o:p>
demographic studies. Conducts disease vector (insects, rodents, parasites, and other pests) control programs (surveys, identification, and pesticide<o:p></o:p>
application and other control measures). Is proficient in all aspects of field sanitation (water and food service sanitation, waste disposal, and vector<o:p></o:p>
control). Is proficient in medical and sanitary aspects of CBR defense. Under the supervision of occupational health professionals, assists in<o:p></o:p>
ensuring that work place environments are healthful, consistent with existing NAVOSH standards, through surveillance of the work place and<o:p></o:p>
medical surveillance of personnel exposed to work place hazards. Instructs medical and nonmedical personnel in preventive medicine, industrial<o:p></o:p>
hygiene, environmental health and occupational health matters.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E8<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-322-0012<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E8<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 434P<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
165<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8434 Hemodialysis/Apheresis Technician<o:p></o:p>
Performs independently the standard principles and procedures of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and apheresis, including assisting with the<o:p></o:p>
invasive renal, vascular and peritoneal procedures and maintenance of access devices.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-311-0022<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 230D<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8451 Basic X-Ray Technician(GETTING PHASED OUT!)<o:p></o:p>
Operates limited medical X-ray equipment, having basic knowledge in clinical applications of radiologic techniques. Performs basic diagnostic<o:p></o:p>
radiographs. Processes X-ray films. Provides administrative assistance for procedures which are pertinent to the radiology service. Assists in<o:p></o:p>
maintaining the Terminal Digital Filing System and performs duties under the Photodosimetric Program.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: N/A<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-313-0025<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 434U<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTES:<o:p></o:p>
1. Personnel holding HM-8451 are assigned to large combatants and auxiliary vessels, fleet Marine Force units and at a variety of shore locations<o:p></o:p>
that have limited X-ray capabilities and equipment.<o:p></o:p>
2. Member will retain this NEC for a maximum of 6 years. If member has not qualified for Advanced X-Ray Technician by the end of the 6th year of<o:p></o:p>
graduation, his or her next PCS assignment will be a general HM-0000 billet maintaining the current HM-0000 sea/shore rotation and the HM-8451<o:p></o:p>
NEC will be removed by CHNAVPERS.<o:p></o:p>
3. Per NEOCS Board action of 12 Feb 07, the personnel holding this NEC are recoded (billets only) to 8452. This NEC will be maintained for<o:p></o:p>
personnel distribution purposes only.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8452 Advanced X-Ray Technician<o:p></o:p>
Operates medical X-ray equipment in performance of all diagnostic radiographic examinations. Operates ultrasound equipment, applying the<o:p></o:p>
concept of acoustical physics, basic equipment knowledge and clinical procedures. Assists the radiologist in performing fluoroscopic examinations<o:p></o:p>
and computerized axial tomographic examinations (CAT scans). Performs special radiographic procedures, Xeroradiographic examinations and<o:p></o:p>
vascular procedures. Processes X-ray and Xeroradiographic films. Has knowledge of all administrative procedures relative to the Radiology<o:p></o:p>
Service. Performs photodosimetric duties.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-313-0026<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3322, 3326<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservist who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program and/or<o:p></o:p>
is certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, and 2) is radiographer with documented current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8454 Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist<o:p></o:p>
Assists medical officer in performing electroencephalography tests. Prepares patients for examinations. Assists in operating electroencephalography<o:p></o:p>
equipment to examine patients for organic brain diseases. Records test results. Maintains electroencephalography equipment.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0043<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 539Y<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservist who: 1) has successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program and or<o:p></o:p>
is certified by the American Board of Registration of EEG Technologist, inc. Or the American Board of Certified Registered Technicians-<o:p></o:p>
Technologists, and 2) is an EEG technologist with documented current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
166<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8463 Optician<o:p></o:p>
Performs all phases of fabrication of single vision and multifocal spectacles from prescriptions. Marks, cuts, edges, and inserts single vision and<o:p></o:p>
multifocal lenses into appropriate frames. Resurfaces, grinds, and polishes special single vision and multifocal lenses from ophthalmic lens blanks.<o:p></o:p>
Measures, orders, verifies, and dispenses spectacles. Provides spectacle repair and replacement service. Maintains and repairs optical laboratory<o:p></o:p>
equipment. Assists optometrists and medical officers in the treatment of patients with ocular disorders. Maintains and operates equipment used for<o:p></o:p>
diagnostic screening of ocular conditions. Senior opticians perform administrative and managerial duties in optometry and ophthalmology clinics.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E8<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-311-0023<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E8<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3382<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservists who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program, 2) is<o:p></o:p>
certified by the American Board of Opticianary, National Contact Lens Examiner, or Opticians Association of America, and 3) is an optician with<o:p></o:p>
documented current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8466 Physical Therapy Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists a physical therapist and/or medical officer in administering physical therapy. Assists with the development, teaching and supervision of<o:p></o:p>
exercise programs and activities of daily living to enhance patient's strength, endurance, coordination, and mobility. Assists with assessment of range<o:p></o:p>
of motion, strength and ambulation skills. Teaches the use of ambulation aids. Applies physical modalities of whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound,<o:p></o:p>
diathermy, infrared, hot and cold packs, and electrical stimulation.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-303-0051<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 4279, 4280, 4283, 322A, 807Q<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservists who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program<o:p></o:p>
and/or is certified by the American Physical Therapy Association, and 2) is a physical therapy assistant with documented current clinical<o:p></o:p>
competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8467 Occupational Therapy Assistant<o:p></o:p>
Assists occupational therapist and/or medical officer in administering occupational therapy. Assists with carrying out established treatment plans for<o:p></o:p>
acute and chronic rehabilitation services. Assists with the fabrication and fitting of upper and lower extremity, high and low temperature orthotics;<o:p></o:p>
splinting and rehabilitation for tendon lacerations, fractures, burns, and various neuromusculoskelatal disorders. Conducts range of motion and<o:p></o:p>
strengthening programs using simulators and work stations. Assists in the management of hypertrophic scarring, edema, hypersensitivity and wound<o:p></o:p>
care. Assists in the development and application of psychosocial rehabilitation for psychiatric patients. In wartime, assists in the management of<o:p></o:p>
combat stress-related disorders.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 8466<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E5-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-303-0053<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 230L<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8472 Biomedical Photography Technician<o:p></o:p>
Performs medical photography duties. Operates and maintains various types of photographic, photomicrographic, photofluorographic, lantern, movie<o:p></o:p>
projection, and darkroom apparatus and equipment. Takes, processes, finishes, and mounts medical photographs. Applies photocopying<o:p></o:p>
lantern-slide technique and color photograph procedures.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0300<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3339<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
167<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8482 Pharmacy Technician<o:p></o:p>
Prepares and dispenses prescribed medicines and pharmaceutical preparations. Compounds preparations according to prescriptions issued by<o:p></o:p>
medical officers. Procures, stores and issues pharmaceutical materials and supplies. Maintains files and records and submits required pharmacy<o:p></o:p>
reports.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-312-0025<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3340<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8483 Surgical Technologist<o:p></o:p>
Assists medical officer in carrying out surgical techniques. Provides nursing care, safety and support to patients before, during and after surgery.<o:p></o:p>
Selects, sterilizes and prepares instruments and materials and the aseptic environment necessary for surgery. Assists anesthetist during operating<o:p></o:p>
procedures in giving artificial respiration and in the use of resuscitators. Maintains surgical equipment and records. Assists with instruction,<o:p></o:p>
supervision, and evaluation of students and other corpsmen assigned duties relating to surgery.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-301-0033<o:p></o:p>
B-330-0024<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3350, 3343<o:p></o:p>
395U, 395V<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservists who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program and/or<o:p></o:p>
is certified by the Association of Surgical Technologists, and 2) is a surgical technologist with documented current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8485 Psychiatry Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists in care and treatment of neuropsychiatric patients. Aids medical officer in administration of special neuropsychiatric therapy procedures.<o:p></o:p>
Cares for patients in accordance with nursing methods. Observes and reports symptoms and psychotic manifestation of mental patients. Maintains<o:p></o:p>
neuropsychiatric ward and clinic equipment.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E5<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-302-0046<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 681E<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8486 Urology Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists medical officer in examination and treatment of urological patients. Operates and maintains urological equipment and appliances. Performs<o:p></o:p>
urological X-ray procedures. Prepares supplies, instruments, dressings, and utensils for urological operations and treatments.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0025<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC: 8483<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3359<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8489 Orthopedic Cast Room Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists medical officer in application and removal of casts and traction in all forms and in maintenance of traction. Assists in minor operative<o:p></o:p>
procedures such as arthrocentesis, suture removal, dressing changes, and insertion and removal of skeletal traction devices. Maintains records on<o:p></o:p>
patients treated in cast room.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0141<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3573<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
168<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8493 Medical Deep Sea Diving Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists medical officer in prevention and treatment of illnesses associated with deep sea diving and high-pressure conditions. Operates pressure<o:p></o:p>
chamber and submarine-rescue apparatus. Enters pressure chamber to care for patients suffering from decompression sickness. Performs diving and<o:p></o:p>
other duties related to underwater rescue.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 5343<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: CNO N931<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: A-433-0020<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC: 5342, 5345<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: BUMED 00HC<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3365<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: Must continuously maintain Dive qualifications to retain NEC.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8494 Deep Sea Diving Independent Duty Corpsman<o:p></o:p>
Serves as the Medical Department Representative (MDR) aboard surface ships, with diving activities and units, and at various isolated duty stations<o:p></o:p>
independent of a medical officer. Performs patient care and associated shipboard administrative and logistical duties. Performs diagnostic<o:p></o:p>
procedures, advanced first aid, basic life support, nursing procedures, minor surgery, basic laboratory procedures and other routine and emergency<o:p></o:p>
industrial hygiene surveillance programs. Assists medical officers in the prevention and treatment of illnesses associated with diving and high -<o:p></o:p>
pressure conditions. Operates pressure chambers and submarine rescue apparatus. Enters pressure chambers to care for patients suffering from<o:p></o:p>
decompression sickness or other conditions requiring such treatment. Performs diving and other duties related to underwater rescue. Provides health<o:p></o:p>
education to junior medical and all nonmedical personnel. Performs all patient care and medical management functions set forth in Chapter 9,<o:p></o:p>
Manual of the Medical Department. Senior personnel assigned to shore operational staffs provide medical assistance, training, and inspection<o:p></o:p>
services to operational forces and component units. Additionally, when assigned to fixed medical treatment facilities (MTFs), they serve primarily as<o:p></o:p>
nonphysician health care providers.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 8493<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E5-E9<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-0022<o:p></o:p>
A-433-0020<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E5-E9<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3330<o:p></o:p>
3365<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTES:<o:p></o:p>
1. Personnel holding NEC 8493 who have completed Advanced Hospital Corps School (B-300-0019) or Submarine Medicine Technician School<o:p></o:p>
(B-300-0001) and who are recommended by the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) may be granted NEC HM-8494. Submit<o:p></o:p>
recommendations for NEC award in accordance with Chapter II of this Manual.<o:p></o:p>
2. Must continuously maintain Independent Duty Corpsman certifications to retain NEC. Recommendations for removal of NEC will be made by<o:p></o:p>
the Commanding Officer based on evaluation of the member's operational proficiency and professional performance in accordance with the<o:p></o:p>
provisions OPNAVINST 6400.1 (series). Send NAVPERS 1221/6 to PERS-4013D2 via the ECM (N13).<o:p></o:p>
3. Must continuously maintain Dive qualifications to retain NEC.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8496 Mortician<o:p></o:p>
Performs medical/decedent affairs administrative and logistical duties in Navy and Marine Corps activities in accordance with appropriate<o:p></o:p>
regulations. Inspects and/or processes remains for transportation to the U.S., overseas locations or local burial. Ensures proper documentation<o:p></o:p>
accompanies remains. Conduct liaison with next of kin and foreign government officials for disposition of remains. Assists in recovery and<o:p></o:p>
identification of remains. Restores facial features to a normal appearance, disinfects and preserves by arterial and/or hypodermic injection of<o:p></o:p>
embalming chemicals. Conducts funeral services as required.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: See Note<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN:<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP:<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTES:<o:p></o:p>
1. Satisfactory completion of Mortuary Science course at a school accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education, Inc.<o:p></o:p>
2. Current license to practice as a mortician in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.<o:p></o:p>
169<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8503 Histopathology Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists the pathologist in the accessioning, preparation, processing, embedding, straining, and mounting of surgically and necropsy obtained tissue<o:p></o:p>
for pathological examination. Maintains histopathology records and instruments. Supervises the work of less skilled technicians.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-311-0039<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 804C<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8505 Cytotechnologist<o:p></o:p>
Performs advanced cytopathology methods and techniques. Supervises the work of basic cytotechnicians. Assists the pathologist in applying<o:p></o:p>
cytodiagnostic techniques for patient care.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-311-0036<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC: 8503, 8506<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 305B<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8506 Medical Laboratory Technician, Advanced<o:p></o:p>
Performs and supervises the performance of advanced laboratory procedures such as the autoanalyzers, recording spectrophotometers, blood gas<o:p></o:p>
analyzers, flame photometers (emission and absorption), osmometers, gas chromatographs, electrophoreses apparatus, sequential multiple analyzers,<o:p></o:p>
and other procedures, as required. Performs all phases of blood donor processing and blood banking procedures, clinical bacteriology, mycology,<o:p></o:p>
serology, immunohematology, hematology, parasitology, general, and clinical chemistry, toxicology and urinalysis.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-311-0018<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC: 8503<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3309, 3784<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservists who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized associates degree<o:p></o:p>
program, 2) is certified by the National Certification Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel, and 3) is a medical laboratory technician with<o:p></o:p>
documented current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8541 Respiratory Therapy Technician<o:p></o:p>
Assists medical officers in treating patients using controlled breathing apparatus that employ medical gases. Performs medical gas therapy,<o:p></o:p>
nebulization therapy, mechanical ventilation, and pulmonary function testing. Maintains and is knowledgeable of all safety precautions related to gas<o:p></o:p>
storage and handling. Performs minor repair and preventive maintenance on tracheotomy and endotracheal apparatus, ventilator, rubber goods, and<o:p></o:p>
electronic monitoring and resuscitation equipment.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-1424<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 0417<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservists who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program<o:p></o:p>
and/or is certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care, and 2) is a respiratory therapist or a respiratory therapy technician with documented<o:p></o:p>
current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8701 Dental Assistant<o:p></o:p>
Perform duties as a general dental assistant to include dental infection control, dental treatment room management, preventive dentistry,<o:p></o:p>
comprehensive dental assisting, and intraoral radiography.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 1<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E5<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-300-3300<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E1-E4<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 00AM, 00AN<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
170<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8702 Expanded Functions Dental Assistant<o:p></o:p>
Perform duties as general dental assistant to include reversible operative dentistry and prosthodontic procedures, clinical infection control procedures,<o:p></o:p>
application of pit and fissure sealants and anti-cariogenic agents. Provide auxiliary support to dental hygienist, polishing restorations, carrier’s<o:p></o:p>
prevention treatments and instructions and advanced patient management and administrative skills.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 1<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-330-1100<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: BUMED 00FMC<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 9970<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: A<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8707 Field Service Dental Technician - Deleted<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8708 Dental Hygienist<o:p></o:p>
The dental hygienist will have the knowledge and clinical competence required to provide current, comprehensive dental hygiene service under the<o:p></o:p>
direction and supervision of a dental officer. Dental hygiene includes but is not limited to: clinical infection control procedures; data gathering;<o:p></o:p>
exposing and processing radiographs; dental hygiene assessment/dental hygiene treatment planning; oral health education including health<o:p></o:p>
promotion, disease prevention, behavior modification and nutritional counseling; cleaning removable appliances and prostheses; polishing<o:p></o:p>
restorations; provision of therapeutic dental hygiene services including, but not limited to, periodontal scaling and root planning; application of pit<o:p></o:p>
and fissure sealants and anticariogenic agents (fluorides); application of chemotherapeutic agents; pain control and other patient services as identified<o:p></o:p>
by the dental officer; and evaluation of dental hygiene services.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-330-0038<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 312M, 312L<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservists who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program, 2)<o:p></o:p>
maintains current and unrestricted state/territorial licensure, and 3) is a dental hygienist with documented current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8752 Dental Laboratory Technician, Basic<o:p></o:p>
Performs basic and intermediate level prosthetic laboratory procedures. Fabricates and finishes dental prostheses: complete dentures, removable<o:p></o:p>
partial dentures and other prescribed protective and restorative intraoral appliances. Repairs, reconstructs and relines dental prostheses. Conducts<o:p></o:p>
routine and prescribed equipment maintenance.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 4<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-331-0016<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3258<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8753 Dental Laboratory Technician, Advanced<o:p></o:p>
Performs and supervises procedures and techniques required in the construction of complex and precision dental prostheses: fixed partial dentures,<o:p></o:p>
porcelain fused to metal systems, dental ceramic arts, precision attachment prostheses and the arrangements of artificial teeth for aesthetic, phonetic<o:p></o:p>
and functional requirements. Coordinates technical and clinical application and dental technology training.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 8752<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E5-E8<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-331-0017<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E4-E8<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 325A<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>
NOTE: NEC may be assigned to inactive duty Naval Reservists who: 1) have successfully completed a BUMED-recognized training program<o:p></o:p>
and/or is certified by the National Board for Certifying Dental Laboratory Technologists or Dental Assisting National Board, and 2) is a dental<o:p></o:p>
laboratory technician with documented current clinical competency.<o:p></o:p>
171<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
HM-8765 Dental Laboratory Technician, Maxillofacial<o:p></o:p>
Assists the maxillofacial prosthodontist in the clinical and technical procedures required to fabricate prostheses and appliances for oral, craniofacial<o:p></o:p>
and other anatomical defects. Constructs and finishes ocular, extraoral, intraoral and somato prostheses of silicone and other related materials.<o:p></o:p>
Designs and constructs stone, metal and/or silicone molds for prosthetic rehabilitation procedures. Performs other intermediate and advanced level<o:p></o:p>
prosthetic laboratory techniques and procedures as prescribed. Liaisons with and assists other medical/dental specialists in related disciplines.<o:p></o:p>
Source Rating: HM<o:p></o:p>
Course: Mandatory<o:p></o:p>
Sequence Code: 3<o:p></o:p>
Component NEC: 8753<o:p></o:p>
Primary Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Billet Paygrades: E5-E7<o:p></o:p>
CIN: B-331-0018<o:p></o:p>
Related NEC:<o:p></o:p>
Technical Advisor: BUMED<o:p></o:p>
Personnel Paygrades: E4-E7<o:p></o:p>
CDP: 3314<o:p></o:p>
NR Ind: R<o:p></o:p>
Open to Women: Yes<o:p></o:p>
ECM: PERS 4011D13<o:p></o:p>

jbar

05-04-2008, 22:01

DocLat,

You are indeed correct in that I meant New Mexico State. I graduated in 2005. Its cool to meet another alum on here! Thank you for the info. When looking at the NEC list, those were actually some that I thought sounded interesting, especially surgical tech. I saw in one of your other posts that you were guaranteed E-4 upon completion of A-school? That would have been great!

Da-Chief,

Thank you for the response and the NEC list. I am curious as to what "gouge" means as I am not familiar with this term. The recruiters did not promise me a C-school or anything extravagant. I did get a guaranteed slot at HM A-school, E-3, and the Student Loan Repayment Program. The SLRP took a while after I signed to get approved, but after filling out DD forms, attaching promisory notes, and filling out a Statement of Understanding, I was told by my RInC that everything was a go. I realize that things in the Navy are "needs based," but was under the impression that once in a sailor could request further schooling and NECs that were available. Maybe this is false and I was a little naive, but I would not be disappointed if I was just placed where ever they need me. I understand that everything that is assumed about the military must be taken with a grain of salt, and I am all right with that.

The only thing that I would have liked is the E-4 after A-school that DocLat received when he enlisted. This is only because I would like to be a good provider for my wife and a little extra pay would have been nice. However, this was not offered to me and I am still OK with it.

I know you mentioned asking here before signing anything, but I had already signed and sworn in before finding this site.

Thank you for the response,
J.B.

DeeDee

05-05-2008, 04:34

J.B.
Gouge is basically information - not rumor :)

8404

05-05-2008, 06:44

...but was under the impression that once in, a sailor could request further schooling and NECs that were available....

A Sailor "can" request additional schooling, such as a 'C' school. But that is generally 'after' you have done at least one tour of duty. The Sailor can submit a 'package' request for the school. Remember, there are no guarantees, and you are merely submitting a request, to go to this school. Your command, can deny or approve the request.

8404

05-05-2008, 06:48

Anybody ever hear about,

HM-8489 Orthopedic Cast Room Technician

Assists medical officer in application and removal of casts and traction in all forms and in maintenance of traction. Assists in minor operative procedures such as arthrocentesis, suture removal, dressing changes, and insertion and removal of skeletal traction devices. Maintains records on patients treated in cast room.

Source Rating: HM
Course: Mandatory
Sequence Code: 4
Component NEC:
Primary Advisor: BUMED
Billet Paygrades: E3-E6
CIN: B-300-0141
Related NEC:
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E6
CDP: 3573
NR Ind: R
Open to Women: Yes
ECM: PERS 4011D13

Or this one ......

HM-8467 Occupational Therapy Assistant

Assists occupational therapist and/or medical officer in administering occupational therapy. Assists with carrying out established treatment plans for acute and chronic rehabilitation services. Assists with the fabrication and fitting of upper and lower extremity, high and low temperature orthotics; splinting and rehabilitation for tendon lacerations, fractures, burns, and various neuromusculoskelatal disorders. Conducts range of motion and strengthening programs using simulators and work stations. Assists in the management of hypertrophic scarring, edema, hypersensitivity and wound care. Assists in the development and application of psychosocial rehabilitation for psychiatric patients. In wartime, assists in the management of combat stress-related disorders.

<table class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse: collapse; margin-left: 5.4pt;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr> <td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt; width: 204px;" valign="top"> Source Rating: HM
Course: Mandatory
Sequence Code: 3
Component NEC: 8466
Primary Advisor: BUMED
</td> <td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt; width: 301px;" valign="top"> Billet Paygrades: E5-E7
CIN: B-303-0053
Related NEC:
Technical Advisor: FHP LEARNING CTR
</td> <td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt; width: 207px;" valign="top"> Personnel Paygrades: E4-E7
CDP: 230L
NR Ind: R
Open to Women: Yes
ECM: PERS 4011D13
</td> </tr> </tbody></table>

Source: NAVPERS 18068F dated April 2008

There is also the:

Interservice Orthopedic Specialty Course (304-P1)

The Orthopedic Specialty Course is an ITRO course which trains Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Department of Defense civilians, and foreign nationals to be orthopedic technicians.The Orthopedic Specialty Course is certified by the National Association of Orthopedic Technologists (http://naot.org/) (NAOT) as a recognized Orthopedic Technology Education Program. Established in 1982, NAOT is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence and to the professional development of orthopedic technologists through education. NAOT's sister organization, the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (http://www.nbcot.net/), has certified over 5,000 Orthopedic technologists over the past 20 years.

NAOT has certified the Orthopedic Specialty Course as a recognized Orthopedic Technology Education Program. Graduates of this program are automatically eligible to sit for the certification exam leading to the Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) credential.

Another association is The American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (http://www.asop.org/) (ASOP) – founded by a former U.S. Army orthopedic technologist and veteran Mr. Charles Barocas. ASOP also offers certification as a Registered Orthopedic Technician.

Our school is located on Ft. Sam Houston in San Antonio, TX (Bldg. 2398). We are one of the many courses offered at the Army Medical Department Center and School (AMEDDC&S) (http://www.cs.amedd.army.mil/)

Read more by clicking here: (http://www.cs.amedd.army.mil/orthopedics/)

http://www.cs.amedd.army.mil/orthopedics/images/walkingskeleton.gif

http://www.stjohns.com/healthinfo/images/ei_1268.gif

Source: Anatomy of the Foot Picture:

http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.stjohns.com/healthinfo/images/ei_1268.gif&imgrefurl=http://www.stjohns.com/healthinfo/adult/orthopaedics/footpain.aspx&h=500&w=530&sz=56&hl=en&start=12&tbnid=WMF_3LS3fobsLM:&tbnh=125&tbnw=132&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dorthopedic%2Bfeet%26gbv%3D2%26hl%3Den %26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DG

(http://www.cs.amedd.army.mil/)

DocLat

05-05-2008, 18:45

jbar,
It's great to find a fellow Aggie!
I wish you the best of luck!
You will have to keep us up to date on how things are going.

Mike