Medical Support Officer

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INITIAL ANNUAL PAY DURING OFFICER TRAINING

PAY AFTER 3 YEARS SERVICE + PROMOTION TO THE RANK OF FLT LT

As an RAF Medical Support Officer, you will provide essential Health Service Support to both the Royal Air Force Medical Services and the wider Defence Medical Services.

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Medical Support Officers (MSOs) provide essential Health Service Support (HSS) to both the RAF Medical Services and the wider Defence Medical Services. MSOs can be employed in any of the healthcare sectors, e.g. Primary or Secondary care.Typical duties include:

• Healthcare leadership and management
• Operational medical planning
• Medical logistics to sustain overseas deployments
• Medical capability, development and acquisition.
• Design and delivery of medical training for practitioners and HSS personnel
• Designing and developing medical information systems
• Exploring the use of AI

Requirements at a glance

• Have GCSE at Grade C/4-5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 in English Language, Maths/Application of Mathematics and three other subjects
• Have at least 2 A2 Levels/3 Highers at Grade C or above. Please see full details below
• You will either need experience of leadership or at least 2 years of proven experience of Healthcare Delivery, or a health-related degree level qualification.
• Be aged 20 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday)
• You will need to meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria. Please see full details below
• Commit to a minimum 12 years service
• Meet the health and fitness criteria and pass a Fitness test

Applicants must be aged between 20 and 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday).

Applicants must also read all of the sections below and make sure they meet all entry requirements before submitting an application.

DISQUALIFYING FACTORS

If you don’t have any of the above, you might still be able to apply. For more information please contact us.

CAREER, TRAINING & EDUCATION

At any level or position your personal success is vital to make us succeed too. We are dedicated to your future, as it is essential to ours. You will receive basic and specialist training in your field and we even provide the option to pay for your education. The experience you gain with the RAF will equip you to work at the top of your field, both in the UK and overseas.

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Phase one training

Initial Officer Training

RAF Cranwell

Phase two training

Specialist training

Ongoing

As assigned

First tour

Specialist training

Ongoing

As assigned

Your first tour will help you be managed and mentored to develop as a junior officer.

Career prospects

Ongoing development

Ongoing

As assigned

You will join the RAF on an Initial Commission of 12 years and, during this time, may be selected to serve on a pension-earning commission of 20 years’ service or age 40, whichever is the later.

Ongoing development

Ongoing training

Ongoing

As assigned

As an MSO, you will have extensive opportunities for professional development throughout your career.

Transferable skills

Ongoing development

Ongoing

As assigned

The skills and experience you gain throughout your career as a MSO could equip you for a wide range of civilian jobs.

WHY JOIN AS AN OFFICER?

When you become an RAF Officer, your responsibilities start from day one. You’ll be tasked with leading a team, building a sense of camaraderie, and making quick decisions. Become tomorrow’s leader. Start today.

Thanks to subsidised food, travel, accommodation and free gym you get more money in your pocket.

Joining the RAF takes several steps. Below is an overview of the process. The purpose of this process is for us to gauge whether you’re the right person for the RAF and for you to show us all of your skills and experiences that have made you who you are.

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Stage 1 of 8

The aptitude test has been designed to ensure you're a good fit for the role you're applying for. You'll answer six multiple choice sections which each focus on a different skill:

• Verbal reasoning - use and interpretation of written information
• Numerical Reasoning - ability with basic fractions, decimals and formulae
• Work rate - speed and accuracy of tasks
• Spatial reasoning - how shapes and objects work
• Electrical comprehension - working with electrical concepts
• Mechanical comprehension - grasp of mechanical concepts

You can try the online practice test here

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Suitability Assessment

Stage 2 of 8

This session is designed to assess your motivation and readiness to attend the Officer and Aircrew Selection Centre (OASC).

It has two parts and lasts 15 minutes in total. It may be conducted in person or online and you will be interviewed by a Flight Lieutenant or a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer.

Part One is about you and you may be asked about your achievements, spare time activities, responsibilities and examples of leadership and commitment.

Part Two assesses your Motivation and Service Knowledge. You should be prepared to talk about the role you are applying for, the training that you will be expected to do, the role of the RAF, where we are based and length of service/Reserve commitment.

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Health Assessment

Stage 3 of 8

You’re legally required to meet certain medical standards, and must pass an occupational health assessment to show you’re fit for military duty. As part of this assessment we will check your overall health, focusing on areas like hearing, eyesight and body mass index.

We’ll also investigate any past illnesses and screen for health issues that may prevent you from carrying out your role. View details belowfor more information about the health standards you’ll need to meet.

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Fitness Test

Stage 4 of 8

A good level of fitness is critical to joining the RAF, it’s also something that must be maintained throughout your career. You’ll need to complete a Pre-Joining Fitness Test (PJFC). This will take place at a local gym near to you, and is a 2.4km run.

The performance level you’ll need to meet differs by age and gender. You can also find help, and a training plan, to assist you in your preparation here .

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OASC

Stage 5 of 8

This will be your first visit to the Officer and Aircrew Selection Centre. OASC lasts one day, but you will arrive the day before.During this time the officers will be assessing your leadership, teamwork, communication, motivation, and problem solving.

The day will end with an interview.The first half of the interview coversyour achievements at school and college, in sports, your community, at work, and as a cadet, scout or guide.

The second half explores your motivation for joining the RAF – what you know about current affairs and the RAF’s role in the national and international arena, current operations the RAF is involved in and your knowledge about the RAF and the role you've applied for.

You can watch a video here that explains the OASC selection process in more detail.

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Stage 6 of 8

This takes place over 2 days and is designed to give you an insight into officer training. You’ll be issued with your initial kit, including your boots, attend lectures, and also repeat the fitness test taken at OASC.

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Acceptance

Stage 7 of 8

Once you’ve successfully completed each phase of the application process you’ll be invited to a provisional offer of service interview at your nearest AFCO.

This is to ensure that you understand the terms and conditions of service in the RAF, are fully committed to joining, and prepared to commence training.

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Training

Stage 8 of 8

The Modular Initial Officer Training Course (MIOTC) has been designed to set commissioning officers up for their career in the RAF with the right skills and knowledge. This training will provide a solid platform for your continued development.

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