Junction City native is promoted – JC Post

Josh Eckel

MAYPORT, Fla. - (Jan 8, 2022) - Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Josh Eckel, a native of Junction City, Kansas, was recently promoted to petty officer first class.

Eckel graduated from Junction City High School in 2010 and obtained his associates degree from American Military University in 2017.

As a member of the U.S. Navy Reserve, Eckel works as a hospital corpsman.

"Previously as a preventative medicine technician I would identify, evaluate, monitor, and respond to diseases and environmental factors that threaten human health," said Eckel. But now as a command fitness leader, I handle monthly medical reports and my goal is to make it easier to check on our sailors and bump up medical readiness.

Eckel was promoted to his current rank on December 10, 2021.

U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet supports joint and command military operations by employing maritime forces in cooperative maritime security operations to maintain access, enhance interoperability and build enduring partnerships in the Caribbean, Central and South American region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jahlena Royer/ Released)

The information was provided by the Navy Office of Community Outreach.

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