Army MOS · Medical
60G Gastroenterologist
Overview
An Army Gastroenterologist examines patients and diagnoses medical conditions, with particular emphasis on disorders of the gastroenterological system. They treat these disorders or recommend an appropriate course of treatment.
Core Skills
- specialty clinical decision making and diagnostics
- electronic health record (EHR) documentation and order entry
- procedure and outcomes data tracking
- evidence-based practice and guideline implementation
- quality improvement and registry participation
- multidisciplinary team coordination
- clinical workflow and process optimization
- patient education and communication
- clinical research participation and data collection
- use of clinical decision support and reference tools
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- MEDITECH software
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Allscripts Professional EHR
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Public Health
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE)
- Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination of the United States (COMLEX-USA)
- Board Certification in Internal Medicine
Career Growth
- Certification in Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology
- Certification in Pediatrics: Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Subspecialty Certification in Gastroenterology
What the Work Involves
- Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
- Treat internal disorders, such as hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, or problems of the lung, brain, kidney, or gastrointestinal tract.
- Prescribe or administer medication, therapy, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- Pediatricians, General
- Cardiologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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