68W Combat Medic
CurrentI am currently a Specialist and attached to the 1-189th Aviation Battalion in Helena, Montana. As a Combat Medic I’m responsible for the health and well-being of each soldier in my battalion. I treat injuries and illnesses to the best of my ability and training. This includes splinting broken bones, cleaning abrasions, packing or dressing open wounds, pushing IV fluids, monitoring patients, etc. When needed, I transport patients to higher care.I regularly assist our Flight Doctor, Colonel Johnson, and Physician Assistant, Major Dams, with Flight Physical exams which consist of the following: ECGs, vision tests, checking vitals, simple tests for cerebellum functionality, range of motion, physical exams, checking PERRLA, and much more.My NREMT License and BLS Card are both current, I last completed recertification in FEB2023. I will be recertified no later than MAR2024.