Medical Technician - On the Job Training
A SkillBridge opportunity as a Medical Technician at the San Antonio MEPS provides hands‑on experience supporting medical readiness evaluations, including vitals collection, specimen handling, and diagnostic testing for military applicants. Participants work alongside experienced clinicians to learn accession medical standards and strengthen their technical and patient‑care skills in a structured, mission‑driven environment. This role is ideal for service members preparing to transition into civilian healthcare technician roles.
Responsible for medically in processing military applicants by verifying identity through biometrics, maintaining medical records, and ensuring accurate completion of required forms. Conducts quality reviews, enters medical data into USMEPCOM systems, manages HIV/DAT reporting, and coordinates medical consultations with civilian providers.Performs a wide range of medical screening tasks, including interviewing applicants, reviewing medical history, taking vitals, conducting phlebotomy, processing lab specimens, administering hearing and vision tests, performing EKGs, and overseeing drug and alcohol testing with strict chain of custody procedures. Provides first aid for adverse reactions and determines when retesting or medical referrals are required.Maintains and calibrates medical and diagnostic equipment, manages medical supply inventory, and ensures compliance with OSHA, Privacy Act, and USMEPCOM regulations. Supports administrative duties, customer service, and training of new personnel.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 31 - 60 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway