Hospital Corpsman
San Diego, California, United States
Treat and manage medical conditions resulting from combat wounds or injuries in field settings. Observe, record, and report to physician the patient’s condition or injury, provide treatment for specific medical conditions, and report the reactions to drugs or treatment. Triage casualties for treatment or evacuation. Evaluate field sanitation related to water and waste disposal and correct deficiencies. Assist in the chain of evacuation for casualties. Introduce practices for preventive medicine. Trained in the treatment of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) casualties. Treat specified dental emergencies and respond to specified psychological problems. Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance and air transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization devices. Maintain records of inventory or equipment usage and other medical instruments or supplies when inventory is low.