As a Commissioned Corps therapist officer specializing in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, audiology, or respiratory therapy, you can treat patients in a variety of settings throughout your career. Your training and treatment experience will be diverse, as each day brings new and challenging cases. In the Corps, you can assist victims of natural disasters and other public health emergencies, giving them the vital care they need to recover. You can teach underserved communities how to lead healthier lifestyles, conduct research, and develop national health policies. As part of a fellowship of dedicated health care professionals, you'll make a real difference while serving your country. And you'll enjoy excellent benefits and work/life balance.
“Commissioned Corps therapists focus both on direct patient care as well as organized community prevention and treatment programs. I’m proud to represent our officers that work with individuals to restore function to those who have lost it as a result of illness or injury, encourage the adoption of healthy lifestyles to prevent disability and disease and, when called upon, respond to public health emergencies.”
CAPTAIN SCOTT GAUSTAD
Chief Therapist Officer,
U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps
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