Physician Assistant (65D) – Army National Guard

About the role

The Army National Guard seeks a qualified Physician Assistant (65D) to serve as a commissioned Medical Corps Officer. You will deliver essential medical care to soldiers, their families, and community responders, working alongside physicians in a dynamic, mission‑critical environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical care as a Physician Assistant within the Guard’s health‑care team.
• Collaborate with physicians to make critical medical decisions and ensure continuity of care.
• Support the health and vitality of Soldiers and their families through preventive and acute care.
• Participate in a 26‑day initial military orientation and training at Fort Sam Houston, TX.

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program.
• Minimum age of 21 (some advanced practitioners may join up to age 58).
• Meet prescribed medical and moral standards for commissioning as an officer.
• Compliance with all minimum qualification and enlistment requirements.

Required skills

What we offer

• Up to $60,000 in Special Pay ($20,000 per year for a three‑year commitment).
• Healthcare Professionals Loan Repayment, up to $240,000 (paid at $40,000 per year for a six‑year commitment).
• Medical and dental coverage for you and your family (TRICARE Reserve Select).
• Life insurance coverage up to $400,000.
• Discounted, tax‑free shopping at post exchanges and commissaries.
• Free military air flights (space‑available) and access to recreational facilities.
• Retirement pension after 20 years of part‑time service.