Medical Logistics Specialist (68J) Details

Medical Logistics Specialist (68J)

United States Army, Active Duty & Army Reserves - Chicago, IL

Employment Type : Full-Time

IMPORTANT: This is a position in the military and requires an enlistment in the US Army. It is available both on Active Duty (full-time) as well as Army Reserve (part-time, one weekend a month plus two weeks in the summer). Active Duty is almost exclusively out of state but relocation costs are fully paid by the Army. Reserve positions are available in Chicago area (city and suburbs).

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Please review the basic qualifications below before continuing to the job description.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Green Card Holders may apply for other positions in the Army.
• Must be between the ages of 17 - 34.
• Must have a GED, be a High School Graduate, OR have a minimum of 15 college semester hours.
• Must not have any tattoos on the neck, face, or hands.

You must meet those requirements to be eligible for this position.

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Overview

The medical logistics specialist is primarily responsible for receiving, storing, recording and issuing Army medical supplies.

Job Duties

• Perform inventory and financial management procedures, including ordering, receiving and storing supplies
• Load, unload and move stock using equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks
• Perform quality control, property management and repair parts management

Training

Job training for a medical logistics specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in handling and storing stock.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Stock control and accounting procedures
• Procedures for shipping, receiving, storing and issuing stock
• Understanding the handling of medical and food supplies

Helpful Skills

• Interest in mathematics, bookkeeping, accounting, business administration and typing
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Enjoy physical work
• Interest in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment

Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs

You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties.

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you’ll learn will help prepare you for a career as a stock control clerk, parts clerk or storekeeper with factories, repair shops, department stores, and government warehouses and stockrooms.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

• HCA
• Johns Hopkins Hospital/Health Systems
• NorthCrest Medical Center
• Cleveland Clinic
• Atlantic Health System
• Bell Ambulance, Inc.
• Prince William Health System
• Reliant Medical Group
• Yale-New Haven Hospital
• Baton Rouge General Medical Center

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/ssg.bednarski

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place