OverviewOtolaryngologists provide treatment for personnel suffering from diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck region. As an officer on the U.S. Army health care team, you can build a distinguished medical career while making a difference in the lives of the Soldiers and their families.Job DutiesProvides medical care for problems related to the ear, nose, throat, head and neckExercise command of medical units as provided by law and regulation Perform staff functions in health support for commanders at all levelsMedical research on diseases of military importanceParticipate in graduate medical education and train other personnel Serve unique duty positions for the otolaryngology Service and the medical school facultyRequirementsDoctor of medicine/osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. school (foreign graduates may apply if they have a permanent certificate from the Educational Commission of Foreign Medical Graduates)Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto RicoEligibility for board certificationCompletion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internshipCompletion of a training program in otolaryngologyMust be between 21 and 42 years of age (may request a waiver, Locate A Recruiter for more information)permanent U.S. residency is required for Reserve duty officers.Benefits include: Health Professions Special Pay of $75,000 for eligible specialties, paid in three yearly increments of $25,000 Health Professionals Loan Repayment of up to $250,000 (maximum of $40,000 per year) may be applied toward qualified school loans Paid continuing education and training Non-contributory retirement benefits at age 60 with 20 years of qualifying service Low-cost life and dental insurance Travel opportunities, including humanitarian missions Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges Flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k) Privileges that come with being an officer in the U.S. Army Reserve Training to become a leader in your fieldPlease contact the Virtual Recruiting Center for the latest information and amounts
