Serve your country in uniform. As one of the seven uniformed services of the United States, the Commissioned Corps fills the vital role of protecting our Nation’s public health. While the Commissioned Corps is not an armed service, officers may have the opportunity to assist in public health responses to man-made and natural disasters.

Have the freedom and flexibility to choose your assignments and your career path. With duty stations throughout the country and a culture that promotes work diversity, the Commissioned Corps provides officers with the ability to pursue a diverse, exciting, and fulfilling career. Use the Active Duty Station Map to learn more about the duty stations where officers are currently serving.

Enjoy the many benefits of being a Commissioned Corps officer. Base pay, in addition to an assortment of nontaxable income and benefits, provides a competitive compensation package that grows with years of service and promotions. The Commissioned Corps also offers many special pays and bonuses for certain health care professionals.

Who We Are

Overseen by the Surgeon General, the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps is an elite team of more than 6,500 highly qualified, public health professionals. Driven by a passion for public service, these men and women fill essential public health leadership and clinical service roles within the Nation's Federal Government agencies and in many professional capacities, including:

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Join the Corps

The Commissioned Corps has full-time jobs for highly skilled individuals who seek professional fulfillment, enjoy challenges, and want to improve the quality of public health for the Nation's communities that are most in need. Officers enjoy the same benefits as their counterparts in their sister uniform services. Visit Applying to the Commissioned Corps or call 1-800-279-1605 for more information.