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HM: Hospital Corpsman to $100K+
Where a Navy Hospital Corpsman fits in the civilian job market, what it pays, and how to get there.
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What the job is, in plain English
Provides medical care to Sailors and Marines in clinics, hospitals and the field, from emergency treatment to routine care and medical administration.
Skills that transfer
- Patient care and emergency medicine
- Clinical documentation
- Medical administration
- Team leadership in clinical settings
- Infection control and safety
Matching civilian roles and pay
5 of 5 matched roles reach $100K+ for top earners nationally; the highest median here is Physician Assistants at $135,880. Matches come from O*NET's crosswalk for HM (Hospital Corpsman).
| Civilian role | Median pay | 90th percentile | $100K+ potential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $123,860 | $224,340 | Median already clears $100K |
| Registered Nurses | $97,550 | $137,470 | Yes: top 10% earn $137,470+ |
| Physician Assistants | $135,880 | $190,280 | Median already clears $100K |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $90,150 | $134,950 | Yes: top 10% earn $134,950+ |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $80,110 | $118,660 | Yes: top 10% earn $118,660+ |
Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 national estimates, national annual wages (BLS OEWS). Your pay will vary with location, experience, clearance, education and employer. Some O*NET roles share a broader BLS pay group, which is noted under the role name.
Certifications worth a look
- NREMT
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
- Certified Medical Manager
- RN or PA licensure (requires schooling)
Commonly pursued by people in this field; not an official list. Check what your branch will fund, and see the full list for your code, on DoD COOL (Navy COOL: HM).
The clearance angle
Clearance rarely matters here. The $100K+ path usually runs through nursing, PA school or healthcare management, where corpsman experience is a recognized head start. See what a security clearance is worth in 2026.
Next steps
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