Which rank may be assigned to the aid station with administrative responsibilities?

• A. HM1
• B. HM2
• C. HM3
• D. HR

Answer: (A)

An aid station with administrative responsibilities needs someone who can supervise others, manage medical records and logistics, and keep the facility running smoothly under medical orders. Hospital Corpsman First Class is the senior enlisted rank among the options, at the E-6 level, and brings proven experience in both patient care and administrative oversight. This level has typically demonstrated the ability to organize the station, maintain patient data and medication logs, handle supplies, and direct junior corpsmen during shifts.

A Hospital Corpsman Third Class is primarily focused on hands-on patient care and would not usually be placed in charge of the administrative side of the station. A Hospital Corpsman Second Class is more experienced than HM3 but still not the standard pick to lead the entire admin function of the aid station; they may assist, but the supervisory and administrative duties are normally assigned to a higher rank. HR isn’t a formal rank used for leading medical administration.

So, the rank best suited for the aid station’s administrative responsibilities is Hospital Corpsman First Class.