Army MOS · Medical
W1 Special Operations Combat Medic (SOCM)
Overview
A Special Operations Combat Medic applies advanced trauma management skills. The medic also performs emergency medical procedures.
Core Skills
- advanced trauma management
- emergency medical procedures
- tactical combat casualty care
- patient assessment and triage
- airway and hemorrhage control
- medication administration
- medical documentation
- training and instruction
- protocol adherence
- situational awareness
Civilian Software & Tools
- MEDITECH software
- Epocrates
- HyperTox
- Informed EMS Field Guide
- Apple iOS
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Epic Systems
- Microsoft Office software
Civilian Career Paths
- Emergency Medicine
- Nursing
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- National Registered Paramedic (NRP)
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
- Community Paramedic Certification (CP-C)
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) · Funded · Promotion points
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Tactical Paramedic Certification (TP-C) · Funded · Promotion points
- Tactical Responder Certification (TR-C)
- Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP)
- Certified EKG Technician (CET)
- Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA)
What the Work Involves
- Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.
- Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
Related Occupations
- Registered Nurses
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
- Surgical Assistants
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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