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68G Patient Administration Specialist

DC Army National Guard, Colchester, VT, United States


Job Description
It takes a highly organized and efficient professional to manage day‑to‑day operations in military medical facilities. As a Patient Administration Specialist for the Army National Guard, you will supervise and perform administrative duties to maintain accurate records and manage hospital operations so patients can receive proper care.

Responsibilities

Compile data and prepare required statistical reports.

Initiate correspondence pertaining to medical records, medical board proceedings, line‑of‑duty investigations, and other patient‑administration reports.

Apply knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to anatomy and physiology.

Schedule office visits and keep patient records organized and up to date.

Key Skills

English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Typing and clerical skills.

Setting up and maintaining filing and publication systems.

Preparing forms and correspondence in military style.

Ability to keep organized and accurate records.

Interest in English, mathematics, business administration, and typing.

Preference for administrative work.

Training & Earning
Job training for Patient Administration Specialists consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you’ll learn basic Soldiering skills, followed by seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Training includes both classroom and field work. Instead of paying to learn these skills, you will be paid to train while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Benefits

Paid training

A monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Federal and State tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part‑time service

Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)

401(k)‑type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)

Health care benefits available

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicable

Requirements

Military enlistment in the Army National Guard

Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate

Must be between the ages of 17 and 35

Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards

Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

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