NEC
L03A
Field Medical Service Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Provides technical and administrative assistance to support the mission and functions of the Navy and Marine Corps field units. Maintains organizational level AMALs and ADALs. Assists in the procurement and distribution of supplies and equipment for field use and combat areas. Renders first aid and emergency medical and dental treatment to unit personnel/combatants. Coordinates and performs medical evacuation procedures. Maintains field treatment facilities. Ensures observance of field sanitary measures and preventive measures in field and combat environments. Conducts first aid and health education training programs.
Core Skills
- field medical logistics
- medical supply management
- first aid
- emergency patient care
- medical evacuation coordination
- field clinic operations
- preventive sanitation
- health education
- dental first aid
- medical administration
Common Certifications
- NREMT-EMT
- Certified Materials and Resource Professional (CMRP)
- Certified Healthcare Supply Chain Professional (CHSCP)
- Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
- FEMA Professional Development Series
Civilian Career Paths
- EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
- ADMINISTRATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NREMT-EMT
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
- Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Career Growth
- Certified Materials and Resource Professional (CMRP)
- Certified Healthcare Supply Chain Professional (CHSCP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.