alternative billets
Latest List of Available Billets
Here is the latest grid of available billets from PERS. Your Detailer is the POC for anyone interested:
| Position | Command | Homeport | Rank | Traits | Fill date | Tour |
| Student | Naval War College | Newport | CDR | JPME1 done | Summer Annually | 1 yr |
| Phys research | N Med Research C | Silver Springs | All | 6ZF qualified | Summer 2019 | 3 yrs |
| SMO | AS 39 EMORY S LAND | Guam | CAPT | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| SMO | FRANK CABLE | Guam | CAPT | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| Gp Surg/SMO | NCG2 (Seabees) | Gulf Port | CDR | Primary Care | May-19 | 2 yrs |
| REGT SURG | 8MARREGT 2MARDIV | Camp LeJeune | LCDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| REGT SURG | 3MEDBN 3MLG | Okinawa | LCDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| DEPT HEAD | CVN 73 GEO WASH | Norfolk | LCDR | Primary Care | WINTER/Spr 2018 | 2 yrs |
| DEPT HEAD | CVN 75 H TRUMAN | Norfolk | LCDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| DEPT HEAD | CVN 70 VINSON | Bremerton | LCDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| SMO | LHD 7 IWO JIMA | Mayport | LCDR/CDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| SMO | LHD 3 KEARSARGE | Norfolk | LCDR/CDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| SMO | LHA 6 AMERICA | San Diego | LCDR/CDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| SMO | LHD 4 BOXER | San Diego | LCDR/CDR | Primary Care | Summer 2019 | 2 yrs |
| DIR HS/GHE | NMTSC F DT SA | San Antonio | CAPT/(s) | GHE exp | Summer 2019 | 3 yrs |
Billets Still Available
I check the Medical Corps Chief sharepoint page (pick your e-mail CAC certificate) weekly to see what new information is on there. This spreadsheet was recently updated, and on it are a few billets still being advertised. If any of these interest you, contact your Detailer:
- Student at the Naval War College – O5/O6 with JPME I complete
- Physician Researcher at Naval Medical Research Center in Silver Springs, MD – any rank who is qualified as a researcher
- Senior Medical Officer on the USS Emory S. Land (AS-39) in Guam – O5/O6
- Executive Medicine/Surgical Detailer at PERS – O6
- Medical Department Staff – Defense Intelligence Agency Detachment (Washington, DC) – O6
Section Head of Undersea Medicine, BUMED
Position: Section Head of Undersea Medicine, BUMED (M95), Falls Church, Virginia
Desired Rank: CDR (LCDR or CAPT generally will be considered)
Desired Report Date: JUL 2018
Tour Length: 3 years
If you are interested, submit your CV/BIO by 6 APR 2018 to CAPT Jeffrey McClellan (e-mail address is in the global address book)
This Job Will Probably Make You a Captain
Whenever a position is advertised a second time, that usually means there is little qualified interest in the position. I’m not saying everyone would like this job or be good at it, but this position has been advertised a second time by BUMED:
BUMED Policy and Practice Officer
It is great prep for anyone looking to do Executive Medicine and is a high-level position at BUMED, which has historically led to promotion to O6. If you’re an O5, I’d look at this position and consider applying.
BUMED Policy and Practice Officer – O5/O6
Billet Title: Policy & Practice Officer, Office of the Medical Corps Chief, BUMED
Location: Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Defense Health Headquarters, Falls Church, VA
Rank: O5/O6
Corps: Medical Corps
Tour Length: 36 months (beginning July 2018)
Billet Description:
Mission: Direct, design, develop and evaluate all Medical Corps policy initiatives in support of and in continuous alignment with BUMED Strategic Goals. Research and revise policy related to professional practice based upon relevant statutes and regulations on community, regional, and national levels. The effect of this position is far reaching in terms of the sustainment, changing nature, and future growth of the Navy physician community, as well as the successful career development of individual Navy Medical Corps officers.
Functions: Draft, prepare and coordinate routing of policy action packages for the Corps Chief Office. Act as the Medical Corps representative for a variety of committees to include but not limited to National Defense Authorization Act Working Groups, Collaborative Care Board, Master Privilege List Group, Medical Corps Professional Review Case Panel, and Medical Corps Professional Review Board. Coordinate corps specific plans and policy activities with appropriate BUMED Codes. Collaborate and network with Policy and Practice Officers from other corps on enterprise wide policy matters. Manage selection of and communication with Medical Corps specialty leaders, to include coordination of specialty leader business meetings.
Command Relations: Ability to communicate effectively to a 1 or 2 Star Admiral on a regular basis.
Experience Required: Highly recommended to have:
Knowledge of Department of Defense, Navy, Navy Medical Corps policies and instructions and policies of other Federal entities as needed. Experience with recruitment, retention, and public speaking. Networking skills, written and oral communication skills.
Other: Time available to perform clinical work at multiple MTFs in the National Capital Region. Time available to travel for CME. TAD travel possible throughout the year for Medical Corps Chief related events.
POC: For further information about the billet please contact CAPT Christopher Quarles (contact info in the global address book).
BUMED Inspector General Medical Corps Officer – O5/O6
The Medical Corps position on the Inspector General team is available. The position description is here.
Rank Requirement: 05/06
Desired Report Date: ASAP
Those officers interested should submit packages (CV/BIO/contact info/Detailer concurrence) to CAPT Christopher Quarles (contact info in the global address book) no later than close of business 18 Jan 2018.
Multiple Alternative Billet Opportunities Available
If you’re interested in any of these, contact your Detailer or Specialty Leader:
| Position | Command | Homeport | Rank (generally +/- one rank) | Traits | Fill date | Tour length |
| Student | Naval War College | Newport, Rhode Island | CDR | JPME1 completed | Summer 2018 | One year |
| Physician researcher | Naval Medical Research Center | Silver Springs, Maryland | All ranks | Researcher qualified | Summer 2018 | Three years |
| SMO | AS 39 Emory S Land | Guam | CAPT | Primary Care Skills | Summer 2018 | Two years |
| SMO | LHD 1 WASP | Sasebo, Japan | LCDR | Primary Care Skills | Spring 2018 | Two years |
| SMO | LHD 8 MAKIN ISLAND | San Diego, California | LCDR | Primary Care Skills | Summer 2018 | Two years |
| SMO | LCC 19 B RIDGE | Yokosuka, Japan | LCDR | Primary Care Skills | Spring 2018 | Two years |
| Group Surgeon | NCG 1 | Port Hueneme, California | CAPT | Marine Corp Experience | Late Summer 2018 | Three years |
| Physician | Sec Nav Physical Exam Board | NCR | CDR | Physician | Summer 2018 | Three years |
| Executive Medicine/Surgical Detailer | Navy Personal Command | Millington (Memphis) Tennessee | CAPT | Physician | Summer 2018 | Two years |
| GP MED/MEB SURGEON | 2 MEF | Camp Lejeune | LCDR | Physician/FMF | Apr-18 | Two years |
| CATF 7 Surgeon | Fleet Surgical Team 7 | Okinawa | CDR/CAPT | Physician/Fleet Experience | Jan-18 | Two Years |
| Med Homeport Program Mgr | BUMED | NCR | CDR | Physician | Summer 2018 | Three years |
| 3rd MLG Physician | 3rd MLG | Okinawa | LCDR | FMF/Primary Care Skills | Summer 2018 | Two Years |
| Force Surgeon | Navy Reserve Forces Command | Norfolk, VA | CAPT | Physician | Summer 2018 | Three years |
Lots of Alternative Positions Available
The Detailers just sent out this list of positions that are available for next year, so if you’re interested in any of them contact your Detailer or Specialty Leader:
| Position | Command | Homeport | Rank (generally +/- one rank) | Traits | Fill date | Tour length |
| Student | Naval War College | Newport, Rhode Island | CDR | JPME1 completed | Summer 2018 | One year |
| Physician researcher | Naval Medical Research Center | Silver Springs, Maryland | All ranks | Research skills/interest | Summer 2018 | Three years |
| SMO | AS 39 Emory S Land | Guam | CAPT | Primary Care Skills | Summer 2018 | Two years |
| SMO | LHD 1 WASP | Sasebo, Japan | LCDR | Primary Care Skills | Spring 2018 | Two years |
| SMO | LHD 5 BATAAN | Norfolk, Virginia | LCDR | Primary Care Skills | Spring 2018 | Two years |
| SMO | LHD 8 MAKIN ISLAND | San Diego, California | LCDR | Primary Care Skills | Summer 2018 | Two years |
| SMO | LCC 19 B RIDGE | Yokosuka, Japan | LCDR | Primary Care Skills | Spring 2018 | Two years |
| Group Surgeon | NCG 1 | Port Hueneme, California | CAPT | Marine Corp Experience | Late Summer 2018 | Three years |
| Physician | Sec Nav Physical Exam Board | Washington D.C. | CDR | Physician | Summer 2018 | Three years |
| Executive Medicine/Surgical Detailer | Navy Personal Command | Millington (Memphis) Tennessee | CAPT | Physician | Summer 2018 | Two years |
Director, Defense Veterans Brain Injury Center – O6 Only
This position is narrowly tailored for an 06 Medical Corps officer with experience in traumatic brain injury (TBI). The report date is March 2018. The position description is here:
Position Description – Director, Defense Veterans Brain Injury Center
Interested parties should send a CV/BIO to BUMED via their Specialty Leader by 21 Nov.
Medical Corps Career Planner Position – CAPT/CAPT(s)
Here is the position description.
Billet Title: Career Planner, Office of the Medical Corps Chief, BUMED
Location: Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Defense Health Headquarters, Falls Church, VA
Rank: O6/O6-select
Corps: Medical Corps
Tour Length: 36 months (beginning May-June 2018)
Mission: Mentor and guide all USN Medical corps officers providing leadership and career development support and guidance. Integral to selecting and maintaining a competent and professional Medical Corps which is valued by the organization and meets the needs of the mission and the strategic goals of readiness, health, and partnerships.
Functions: Mentors and provides leadership development opportunities for Medical Corps Officers. Serve as president of the Professional Review Board, responsible for accessions of MC Officers via FAP/TMS/DA pathways.
Responsible for reviewing litigation reports and quality assurance reports in determination of National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) reporting. Plans and coordinates the annual USN MC GME/Operational Intern Road Show. Medical Corps Chief Office liaison to all other Corps Career Planners and Leadership/Career Development Working
Groups. Subject matter expert on accession issues pertinent to MC Officers. Serves as member of multiple councils and boards including Medical Education Planning Council and HPSP selection boards. Provides regular AMDOC, ODS, and command-requested briefings relative to the Medical Corps.
Command Relations: Ability to communicate effectively to a 1 or 2 Star Admiral on a regular basis.
Experience Required: Highly recommended to have:
- Knowledge of Department of Defense, Navy, Navy Medical Corps policies and instructions and policies of other Federal entities as needed
- Experience with recruitment, retention, promotion, and sustainment of Medical Corps Officers
- Proficient networking, written and oral communication, and public speaking skills.
Other: Time available to perform clinical work at multiple MTFs in the National Capital Region. Time available to travel for CME. TAD travel possible throughout the year for Medical Corps Chief related events.
POC: CAPT Chris Quarles (contact info in the global address book)
NOTE: CV, BIO, and Letter of Intent needed for application.
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