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2647 · NAVY · Officer

Naval Health Care
Professional.

Navy 2647 (Naval Health Care Professional). 160 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $75K–$110K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours160DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 3 semester hours in Healthcare Management
Tech roles4mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/5direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 2647 background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending
/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What 2647 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have06
  • 01
    MHS GENESISElectronic Health Record (EHR) systems - Epic, Cerner, Allscripts
  • 02
    Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support (DMLSS)Hospital supply chain management software - GHX, Cardinal Health Inventory Management
  • 03
    Medical Operational Data System (MODS)Healthcare data analytics platforms - Tableau, Power BI for healthcare
  • 04
    Joint Medical Workstation (JMeWS)Integrated medical record viewing platforms
  • 05
    Naval Medical Information Management Center (NMIMC) SystemsHealthcare information management and data warehousing solutions
  • 06
    CarePointPatient portal and engagement platforms
To learn05

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+SQL for data querying and manipulation+Data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI+HL7 standards and healthcare data interoperability+Project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum)+Fundamentals of computer networking
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/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5
P.01

Healthcare Administrator

$95K
High match
High demand
Skills to develop
  • Project Management
  • Healthcare Informatics
P.02

Registered Nurse (RN)

$82K
Good match
Very high demand
Skills to develop
  • NCLEX-RN Certification
  • Specialty Certifications (e.g., critical care)
P.03

Medical and Health Services Manager

$110K
Good match
High demand
Skills to develop
  • Healthcare Law & Ethics
  • Budget Management
P.04

Clinical Research Coordinator

$75K
Moderate match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • Clinical Trial Management
  • GCP (Good Clinical Practice) Certification
  • Data Analysis
P.05

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

$88K
Moderate match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
  • Sales Training
  • Pharmaceutical Knowledge
  • Relationship Building
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 2647 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Rapid Prioritization

As a healthcare professional, you constantly assess patients' conditions, rapidly prioritizing treatment based on the severity and urgency of their needs, often under pressure and with limited resources.

Transfers to

This ability to quickly evaluate situations, discern critical issues, and allocate resources accordingly is invaluable in fast-paced civilian environments demanding efficient decision-making.

S.02

Situational Awareness

You maintain constant awareness of the environment within your medical facility, anticipating potential risks, identifying changes in patient conditions, and proactively responding to maintain a safe and effective healthcare setting.

Transfers to

This heightened awareness translates to a strong ability to anticipate problems, understand the dynamics of complex situations, and react swiftly and appropriately in diverse professional settings.

S.03

Team Synchronization

You work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, coordinating efforts with nurses, technicians, and other medical staff to deliver optimal patient care. This requires clear communication, shared understanding, and seamless collaboration under pressure.

Transfers to

Your experience in synchronizing efforts within a high-stakes environment makes you adept at leading and collaborating within civilian teams. You can foster communication, delegate effectively, and ensure everyone works towards a common goal.

S.04

Procedural Compliance

In your role, you adhere to strict medical protocols, safety regulations, and organizational policies to ensure patient safety and maintain the integrity of healthcare operations. This requires meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to following established procedures.

Transfers to

Your unwavering adherence to procedures and regulations demonstrates a commitment to quality, accuracy, and risk management. This skill is highly valued in civilian roles requiring compliance with industry standards and legal requirements.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Emergency Management Director

SOC 11-9161.00

You've been trained to handle crises calmly and efficiently, prioritizing resources and coordinating teams under pressure – all skills crucial for developing and implementing emergency preparedness plans in civilian communities.

Adjacent · Match

Healthcare Administrator

SOC 11-9111.00

You've already worked within the healthcare system, so you understand the complexities of patient care, regulatory compliance, and resource management. Your medical background gives you an edge in understanding the needs of both patients and medical staff, enabling you to manage healthcare facilities effectively.

Adjacent · Match

Clinical Research Coordinator

SOC 13-1041.00

You're familiar with medical procedures, data collection, and ethical considerations in healthcare. You can use your attention to detail and procedural compliance skills to manage clinical trials, ensuring accurate data collection and adherence to research protocols.

Adjacent · Match
/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED
Academy

Medical Service Corps Officer Basic Course

Naval Medical Leader and Professional Development Command, Bethesda, MD
160hHours
4wkWeeks
ACECredit

Up to 3 semester hours in Healthcare Management

Topics · 7
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Medical Ethics and Law
  • Naval Leadership
  • Operational Medicine
  • Public Health Principles
  • Medical Logistics
  • Financial Management in Healthcare
Partial coverage · 2
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)60%

    Requires additional study in areas such as advanced coding, healthcare statistics, data analysis, and healthcare reimbursement methodologies specific to civilian healthcare systems.

  • Certified Healthcare Professional (CHP)70%

    Requires additional study in civilian healthcare regulations such as HIPAA, patient safety protocols, and specific coding standards (ICD-10, CPT).

Recommended next · 03
  • Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)Adjacent
  • Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)Adjacent
  • Certified in Public Health (CPH)Adjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation

What you ran, in their words.

Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.

Military SystemCivilian EquivalentDomain
Electronic Health Record (EHR) - MHS GENESISElectronic Health Record (EHR) systems - Epic, Cerner, AllscriptsData
Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support (DMLSS)Hospital supply chain management software - GHX, Cardinal Health Inventory ManagementMedical
Medical Operational Data System (MODS)Healthcare data analytics platforms - Tableau, Power BI for healthcareMedical
Joint Medical Workstation (JMeWS)Integrated medical record viewing platformsMedical
Naval Medical Information Management Center (NMIMC) SystemsHealthcare information management and data warehousing solutionsMedical
CarePointPatient portal and engagement platformsOperations
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