Army MOS · Medical
Y8 Immunology and Allergy Specialist
Overview
An Immunology and Allergy Specialist administers vaccines and performs diagnostic tests to identify patient allergies. The specialist also prepares allergen extracts.
Core Skills
- vaccine administration and handling
- allergy testing and diagnostics
- specimen collection and processing
- infection control and safety procedures
- medical documentation and data entry
- patient interaction and education
- attention to detail and protocol adherence
- time management in clinical settings
- basic lab techniques
- teamwork in healthcare environments
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- Microsoft Office software
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Intuit QuickBooks
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Civilian Career Paths
- Clinical Technician
- Medical Laboratory
- Public Health
- Nursing
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS (AMT)
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Career Growth
- Adult and Pediatric Allergy and Immunology Subspecialty Certification · Funded · Promotion points
- Dual Certification in Rheumatology and Allergy and Immunology
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
What the Work Involves
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
Related Occupations
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
- Surgical Assistants
- Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
- Registered 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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