Iraq Medic Jobs

[devildog4]

Medic
Job Location: Middle East - Iraq, Iraq
Job Description:

Go further with your career than you ever imagined with KBR, the global engineering and construction subsidiary of Halliburton Corporation. KBR is one of the world’s largest government services contractors. We have a rich history providing engineering, construction and military support services to a wide range of customers. Our 60,000 employees working in 49 countries around the world have earned an exceptional reputation as delivering on even the most complex assignments. KBR is comprised of two distinct business units: Government and Infrastructure and Energy and Chemicals. Our Government and Infrastructure division has, for more than 60 years, provided a broad range of vital services to military and civilian branches of governments worldwide. The division also is a leader in program and construction management for roads, bridges, airports and other large infrastructure projects. From local cities and towns to remote and challenging locations, KBR Government and Infrastructure goes wherever our clients need us. Our “We Deliver” philosophy means we are looking for talented individuals who are ready to take their career to the next level, providing best-in-class solutions while enjoying the rewards of work that’s a real adventure.
Job Requirements:

To be considered for a position as a medic, you must meet one of the following background criteria:
1. Paramedic – You must possess a minimum of 3-5 years experience as a paramedic. EMT-P certification, ACLS certification, BTLS certification and BLS certification, all of which must be good through period of employment. High volume experience and remote medical experience preferred. Clinical experience is a plus. You must also possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).

2. Nurse (RN) – A minimum of 3-5 years experience as a registered nurse in critical care, ICU, emergency room or as a flight nurse is required. You must possess current state RN Certification that is good through the period of employment. Good clinical skills are required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) needed. ACLS, BTLS and BLS a plus. Remote medical environment experience preferred.

3. Independent Duty Corpsman/Special Forces 18D – A minimum of 5 years military medical experience as a Navy Independent Duty Corpsman or Army Special Forces 18D required. Good emergency/clinical medical skills are a must. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) needed. ACLS, BTLS and BLS are a plus. Remote medical environment experience preferred. All candidates must be willing to sign a one year open ended agreement following a minimum of 14 days of processing in Houston. Interested, qualified candidates must apply online at: http://www.KBRjobs.com.

It should be understood that this position may be located in a hostile area and possibly in a combat or war zone. This could include the possibility of suffering harm at the hands of hostile forces or by friendly fire. It should be further understood that these dangers are inherent to work in a hostile environment.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

How To Apply:

All applicants must apply online at: www.kbrjobs.com.




Contact Information
Contact: KBR Government & Infrastructure
www.kbrjobs.com
4100 Clinton Drive
Houston, TX, United States 77001
WWW: http://www.kbrjobs.com

[mcadam10]

to bad I put in two resumes and no one has called me back

[abaustin]

KBR's human resources is one of the worst HR departments I've ever seen in action. You're better off getting someone in-country to hand deliver your resume to a supervisor, who can then work the system to get your application from HR. A lot of people don't have nice things to say about KBR, either, though the pay isn't bad, there are other jobs in-country that are comparable.

With all that said, last I heard KBR had either frozen hiring (which I personally find hard to believe) or had seriously slowed down, and I was told that new medics wouldn't be hired until the contract situation settled. That info is nearly three months old, and I haven't followed things at all, so hopefully someone can offer you better (and more in-date) info.

[reboundguy]

I have also applied to several KBR jobs and the only time I was called was because I had someone in Kosovo hand deliver my resume. I think you may have to go to their job fairs in Houston to get it otherwise. It is funny to see their system still doesn't work a year later. :rolleyes:

[AKflightmedic]

Well, I am currently in Afghanistan as a medic. I have no complanits, the money is good. I went throuogh the same problems as you as far as hiring. I applied for a long time with no response and there was no way to contact anyone personally in Houston. Here is how I got hired. A buddy of mine froom Houston got hired and once he got in country, he hand dellivered my resume. A few weeks later I was sitting in orientation in Houston. He also gave me a direct number to a recruiter to facilitate the process which helped tremendously.

Tips of advice: KBR recieves literally thoousands of applications a month. This is a mammoth task sorting through these and probably prescreening a ton of them so I guess slow responses can be expected no matter how bad it stinks.

****This is important*****

If you do not know someone already in, rewrite your resume.
Medic resumes are fed into a computer for prescreening. If you do not have certain buzzwords, you get backfiled.

Words like: remote, occupational or occupational health, occupational medicine, clinic; things along the line of occ med.

Remember, no one cares how great a medic you are or how many tubes, crics, chest tubes, whatever you have done. The job here is mostly occupational medicine. You will treat sniffles, colds and malingerers. Everyone works 12 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we all get tired so you deal with a lot of whiney ass babies. If you have another goal in mind that is great.

When I leave here I will have lost 30 lbs (already lost 10, the right way), have a nice nest egg, and I will be done with my RN via online courses.

If you want more information, ask away.

I also recommend visiting the yahoo groups site called "medics in Iraq and Afghanistan". Let me tell you a secret. The guy who started that group is the big boss for Afghanistan. Start a conversation with him and he will have you over here in no time. We need medics in Afghanistan, not Iraq right now.

No one wants to come here but I like it.

In Iraq they have it very easy. Live in containers and have all the comforts of home. In AFghanistan, we all live in tents or Bhuts at some sites. No paved roads at most bases, food is good. Gets a lot colder and snows at some sites in Afghan due to the elevation.

[abaustin]

Did you still have to do the holding pattern in Houston for ~1 month? That is one of the biggest turn-offs I've heard about KBR's operations in Iraq. Also, how is there operations differing from in Iraq aside from the living conditions? Better/worse pay, better/worse working conditions, etc?

[AKflightmedic]

As for the holding pattern, they advise you that you could be there for up to 21 days. This is primarily not because of their operations but becuase of their past experiences with applicants. You would not believe how many people show up there unprepared and with none of the necessary doocumentation that they tell you to have together prior to arrival. On annother note, the holding pattern is the same for just about all the outfits. WSI is a subcontractor of KBR, their newhires sit in orientation with KBR people in Houston and they wait like everyone else. If you go with one of the shooter/medic outfits, they too have waiting periods. You have to get visas cleared, passports checked..all that takes time. The only plus side to some of the shooter medic jobs is that they pay you while you are on hold.

As for me, I was in Houston for 11 days. 7 days of orientation and 3 days of waiting. Flew out on the 11 day so cant count that one. All food and hotel room provided. I had my own private room as well. Some people just cant go up to two weeks without any pay so that is a big deterrent.

As for living conditons in Afghanistan vs Iraq, its simple. We were in Afghanistan first, however when 9/11 went down all funds were shifted towards Iraq. They built up very nice bases and very nice living conditions for themselves. They have restraunts to choose from and they live in hard structures. Their roads on base are paved. In Afghan, we all live in tents. A few bases have Bhuts which are huts made out of plywood. The risk in Iraq are IEDS, the risk in Afghan is incoming mortars which happens freqeuntly.

The pay is no different, work conditions are no different. We have A/C and heat, now that winter is here and it will snow soon in some places. Having been in both places, I prefer AFghanistan. Its more rustic and I like the cooler weather.

[MedicDVG]

AK -- hit me up with an e-mail medicdvg@gmail.com. I am very interested in getting over there.

[mcadam10]

are they still looking and what about pay ?

[mgkrebs]

AK drop me an email when you can. mgkrebs@gmail.com got a question for you

matt

[AKflightmedic]

I sent you an email. For the record MedicDVG is now in country. I think it took him all of 4 weeks to apply get processed and get in country.

[MedicDVG]

Yup.. I am in country now at Anaconda.

Here is the scoop folks:
Get to know someone over here. Have them get your resume to the in country supervisors and they will be able to requisition you to the position by name.

Things that you need to know:

1) This is NOT EMS! While you may go out and get a patient or two every now and then, you are mostly in a clinic giving shots, assessing sniffles and coughs, and looking at wierd skin infections. The other thing is that KBR is a construction company, so you are doing all the occupational medicine as well. If this isn't your bag, then save yourself (and us) the aggrivation and do not even apply.

2) You are in clinic at a minimum of 12 hours a day, seven days a week. You don't get time off. This is damn hard work (here at least) and you can get burned out in a hurry.

3) KBR is a very heriarchically structured company who is full of transient employees. Nothing will change as supervisors, managers, foremen, and even line grunts are constantly coming and going. The whole company is in a constant state of flux. This is a HUGE beuracracy, where requests move slowly, and progress was thrown out of the loop many many years ago. If you can not handle beureacrats, don't apply.

4) The pay is nice, but once you are accepted into the program you wont see a paycheck for up to 2 months from actually getting in country. Make your arrangements so that you can cover 2 months of expenses back home minus a paycheck.

I love this job. This is where I belong. I am learning more here in the last few weeks then I have in the last 5 years as a street medic. If you think you have what it takes, then by all means apply.

Lastly, if you are a hot shot, know it all, walk on water, supermedic, Do me and KBR a favor and stay home. You will not last a month here. It is one thing to be confident in your skills, it is quite another thinking that when you come over here you have nothing to learn, or that you are going the change the world, this place will eat you alive.

My 2 cents worth.

Medic

[Capemedic]

AK shoot me an email at capemedic3990@aol.com Have a question for you.
Thanks
Don

[UTmedictrout]

I'm looking for info on a job through KBR. I've seen the posts and dont know anyone who works there, so any advice would be appreciated. I've applied three or four times already. Thanks

[mgkrebs]

AK,

sent you an email

[ericn222]

Hey all-

I'm a firefighter and US Navy reservist currently deployed to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, which is the stopping point between Iraq and Afghanistan and the United States for any armed forces member, contractor (KBR included), and DOD civilian employees injured downrange. I provide medical care in the medical/surgical ward here, where patients injured downrange are treated. There's a lot here about money and everyone is getting dollar signs in their eyes, so I just want to give you all a reality check.

We get a lot of civilian contractors here that are very seriously injured. Many more die before they get here. Yes, the money is wonderful and I have to tell you, some of these contractors are the best in their fields. However, I don't want you to get the idea that this job is safe. It is still very risky. Remember, there is a reason you are being paid 6 figures for a job that would pay $30,000 back in the states.

I would urge you to take a real hard look at your life before attempting to join up with one of these agencies. These jobs are a great opportunity to gain job skills, make a ton of money, and do something that greatly impacts the world for the better. However, there is a significant risk that you may be injured or killed. Being killed may be bad, but it is only the half of it. Contractors come through my ward at Landstuhl missing hands, feet, limbs, and/or eyes. Many more come through with significant shrapnel injuries from IEDs, grenades, or mortars. A mortar can shoot a long way, so even if you spend all your time in a compound, you still are not safe.

Just take everything with a bit of caution. Don't risk the job if you have something to lose, like a good civilian job, children, a spouse, or anything else significant. After all, what good is a 6 figure check for one year if you lose an arm and then cannot perform a lot of civilian jobs anymore. Is it worth it to never be able to lift your child again? All it takes in one small piece of shrapnel to hit the nerve and your arm is dead. It happens a lot more than you may think.

For those who do a life assessment and still decide these jobs are for you, go for it, have fun with it, live life to it's fullest, and good luck downrange. I hope I don't see any of you come through Landstuhl.

[KBRfiredog]

Hey all-

I'm a firefighter and US Navy reservist currently deployed to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, which is the stopping point between Iraq and Afghanistan and the United States for any armed forces member, contractor (KBR included), and DOD civilian employees injured downrange. I provide medical care in the medical/surgical ward here, where patients injured downrange are treated. There's a lot here about money and everyone is getting dollar signs in their eyes, so I just want to give you all a reality check.

We get a lot of civilian contractors here that are very seriously injured. Many more die before they get here. Yes, the money is wonderful and I have to tell you, some of these contractors are the best in their fields. However, I don't want you to get the idea that this job is safe. It is still very risky. Remember, there is a reason you are being paid 6 figures for a job that would pay $30,000 back in the states.

I would urge you to take a real hard look at your life before attempting to join up with one of these agencies. These jobs are a great opportunity to gain job skills, make a ton of money, and do something that greatly impacts the world for the better. However, there is a significant risk that you may be injured or killed. Being killed may be bad, but it is only the half of it. Contractors come through my ward at Landstuhl missing hands, feet, limbs, and/or eyes. Many more come through with significant shrapnel injuries from IEDs, grenades, or mortars. A mortar can shoot a long way, so even if you spend all your time in a compound, you still are not safe.

Just take everything with a bit of caution. Don't risk the job if you have something to lose, like a good civilian job, children, a spouse, or anything else significant. After all, what good is a 6 figure check for one year if you lose an arm and then cannot perform a lot of civilian jobs anymore. Is it worth it to never be able to lift your child again? All it takes in one small piece of shrapnel to hit the nerve and your arm is dead. It happens a lot more than you may think.

For those who do a life assessment and still decide these jobs are for you, go for it, have fun with it, live life to it's fullest, and good luck downrange. I hope I don't see any of you come through Landstuhl.


Agreed. Even if you come over here with a job that doesn't require you to leace the base you're still almost guarenteed to have a close call or two. Defintely something to think about before signing the contract...

[mgkrebs]

AKflight,

hit me up with an email, i sent you one a while back.

mgkrebs@gmail.com

[MedicandRN68]

Hello, I am a paramedic and an RN with remote occupational health experience as well as extensive emergency room and 911 ambulance experience. I have applied to KBR several times with like many of you, no response. I would appreciate any assistance in getting my resume to the right person. I am motivated, got my passport and ready to go.

Thanks,
Mike
skybolt68@yahoo.com

[AKflightmedic]

The above poster MedicandRN68 sent me his resume and 2 days later had an interview and invite to Houston.

We need medics in Afghanistan. We are several positions short and there is much expansion going on.

We need males, we have all the females we need.

[Nicoli07]

I too have sent my application in and by someone over in Iraq. I guess I'll see what happens with it.

[mgkrebs]

AK,

sent you an email the other day. let me know if you didn't get it.

[texasmedic17]

akflightmedic.....could you send me your contact info. I am very interested in a jod over there. I am recently divored and ready for a change. I have 10yrs experience as firefighter/paramedic with high call volume 911 agency...lots of trauma experience. also have 3 years remote site occupational medic experience which includes clinic duties for sick employees ranging from eye injuries to major trauma/medical emergencies. passing out meds and giving injections to training employee MERT teams in an industrial setting. Thanks Robert... rtcartertx@aol.com

[texasmedic17]

I am a 10yr firefighter/paramedic with tons of high call volume 911 experience. also I have 3 yrs experience as remote site medic in an industrial setting requiring clinic duty for sick employees, eye injuries, ear aches, sniffles, major medical/trauma you name it they show up with it. Dispense meds and injections as needed as well as train employee MERT teams.....someone hit me back with the inside scoop to help me get over there........rtcartertx@aol.co m

[Nicoli07]

Resume has been posted for a while now with no results. Just wondering if I am doing something wrong or didn't write resume that well (its got me hired at other places before)?

[Nicoli07]

I sent my application and resume in and I haven't heard anything...is this the norm it has been well over a month..almost two. Do I need to redo my resume?

[Nicoli07]

Ak, I am very interested. I think I have the qualifications...I work in a small local ED where we deal with everything from a runny nose to the massive MI's and everything in between. I have field experience as a medic and first responder and a volunteer firefighter. I am just not sure if I have waited long enough or if I need to wait longer.

[MedicDVG]

Right now KBR medical jobs are in a state of flux. The Iraq theater medical manager just left after 3 years, as have numerous others from the old guard.

Your best bet is to be my best friend.. LOL..

Actually send me your resume (medicdvg@gmail.com) and I can shoot it up the chain from here.

Only do this if you are serious. I have sent up 4-5 resume's and they all got interviews (those that were qualified that is). This is not a job for everyone. I am sure you have read my many posts on the subjects... Suffice it to say, I have been here since November 06, and I have gone through boredom, terror, despair, and every emotion in between. I have worked 7 days a week, 12-16 hours a day with NO days off for 164 days. If you don't think that will drain you, think again. I won't even mention the fact that we get enemy actions that threaten our lives on a daily basis in some parts of the theater.

But if you think you have what it takes -- ask me questions, send me resumes, or whatever. I will help out if I can.

BTW -- Most KBR medic jobs are going to Afghanistan right now because their need is desperate. There are select jobs here in Iraq, but there are not as many.

[Nicoli07]

You have already forwarded mine on Medic DVG. Thanks. I sent it to you when we were chatting awhile back. Could you look it over to see if I am qualified or maybe it's time for a complete rewrite.

[mrsdemoss07]

U seem to be the yoda of KBR recruitment so I have a ton of questions for you. I have been a Combat Medic for almost 6 years Ill be getting out soon and recentlly posted my resume at kbrs website. My husband is infantry and is also getting out and will be applying for a security job. I hear afganistan is in most dire need of medics. I would love to go there and assist in the fight without wearing my 150lbs of gear! Ive already deployed so most people think im crazy going back. I would love any information that you can give me, I know it takes a while to hear back from them but I am willing to go right away. I dont have any questions about what to expect Ive been there so this is more of a what are my chances question. I have experience in everything from burn victims to hang nails. I know it more sniffles and ouches over there so I would love the change of pace. Im not a high speed super medic but ive had my fair share of casualties nothing like pulling a body across a open field while being shot at. Anyways get back to me if your intrested in doing a little mentoring. I'm in the middle of my PALS and ACLS renewals, so i may not answer right away. Thanks again and reading your postings has been very helpful

[mrsdemoss07]

So does that mean if your a female dont even bother because this is something im looking forward to, i just got back from iraq and am getting out of the military im a combat medic so i know what malingering is Not personally lol ive just seen it in my day to day sick call proceddings:)

[MedicDVG]

KBR will hire females, so there is no problem in that. The only thing about Afghanistan is that it is primitive. It will be similar to what you are used to as a soldier -- sharing an area with 8-10 other people, having to walk outside for showers and latrines, etc. etc.

Shoot me your resume and I will forward it to a person I know in Afghanistan. You certainly have the qualifications to succeed in either theater.

Medic

[keriballard]

We are also short in south Iraq, IF you are interrested in a medic position send me an email. with your resume..

tsandkcballard@gmail.com

[dfdems]

I didnt realize so many people from over here were on here.

[Nicoli07]

Keriballard...I sent you an email..let me know what you think

[Res343cue]

Just out of curiosity, I saw KBR had posted job listings for EMT-Basics.

What's the pay like, since I haven't seen it on any of their listings?

What's the minimum commitment for going overseas?

Are you guys able to carry a firearm? Do you feel it's necessary at times?

[AKflightmedic]

Hmmmm...can you show me where they posted jobs for basics as I know nothing of this. Not that I am all that important, but I am usually in the know and I have heard nothing of this and it doesn't make sense.


The pay for medics is as what was stated before, roughly 100K a year and KBR is the lowest paid for medics over here.

As far as carrying a weapon, no it is neither needed nor allowed. KBR medics stay inside the wire and with the exception of incoming mortars, there isnt much threat and a gun just wont deter those mortars.

As far as time committment, as with any job, you can leave anytime you choose. With KBR, intially you sign on for a year and at the end of that term, you then just keep working as long as you want and are on a month to month status. They will not ask you to leave nor will they ask you to stay...welcome to being a number!!

The only downside to leaving prior to your year ending, is you have to pay taxes, thereby negating the advantage to being here for a year to start with.

But like I said, I know of no use for basics here and do not see a need for any, nor have I heard of any type of job being offered for basics. I just checked kbrjobs.com as well and saw nothing to that effect, so please share where you found out the info and I will find out more when I can.

[Res343cue]

http://kbrcareers.webrecruiter.com/pls/kbr/maine.d?s=35A2BFBA75EF07F9E044 0003BA74E87F

It's under the heading of "Medic", but only says "Emergency Medical Technician or equivalent"...Doesn't say paramedic anywhere in there.

[MedicDVG]

As of today, there are 6 open medic positions being advertised.

This is cut directly from the job notice... I don't know where you saw EMT or equivalent as the listing is very specific.


Required Certifications are: Emergency Medical Technician -Paramedic (EMT- P), ACLS & BLS. All certifications must not expire within twelve months from the date of hire. Minimum three (3) years experience required as an EMT-P.


1-Paramedic
• Minimum 3-5 years experience at the Paramedic level
• EMT-P certification (good through period of employment)
• ACLS certification (good through period of employment)
• BTLS certification (good through period of employment)
• BLS certification (good through period of employment)
High volume experience preferred
Clinical experience a plus.
Remote experience preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

OR

2-Nurse RN
• Minimum 3-5 years experience as a registered nurse in critical care, ICU, Flight Nurse or emergency room.
• Possess current State Registered Nurses Certification. ( good through period of employment)
• Good clinical skills required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
ACLS, BTLS and BLS a plus but not required.
Remote medical experience preferred.

OR

3-Independent Duty Corpsman/Special Forces 18 Delta
• Minimum 5 years Military Medical experience as a Navy Independent Duty Corpsman or Army Special Forces 18 Delta.
• Must have good emergency/clinical medical skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
ACLS, BTLS and BLS a plus but not required.
Preferred experience in remote medical environment.

[cabby71]

Hi all
New user here, I am an Aussie who got a job with KBR in Dec 2003 and worked at Anaconda, had a blast, my background was as an Australian Army Medic with remote locality and occupational experience. The job was mundane but its the people who made it fun (even if they were transients) I applied for the job in Apr 03 whilst working in Central Australia is a gold mine got the call in Nov was Baghdad in Dec. Yeah KBR has its problems but for a company so big who wouldn't. I left after 12 months (thats my story lol) for riskier pastures with Counter terrorism special operations in Iraq, now that was fun. Anyway working back in Oz as a Paramedic not as exciting but safer done my time in the land of sand time for you young guys to step up to the plate.

Later

[Res343cue]

Take a look at #424801

Posting Date: July 02, 2007 Posting End Date: July 02, 2008
Product Line: Government & Infrastructure
Sub-Product Line: Operations, Maintenance and Logistics
Job Category: Health
Location: Iraq

Employment Type: Project Hire
Target Salary Range: N/A
Job Description:
Reports to senior HSE employee at project or worksite. Under general supervision, provides emergency medical services and first aid, to employees located at work location. May be required to maintain and operate an ambulance if local emergency medical service (EMS) is not available or is unable to respond in a timely manner. May be point of contact on all medical issues related to project or worksite for established medical treatment providers in the locale. Interfaces with injury management, workers compensation, and outside compensation providers. Provides injury management and administers return to work programs at project or worksite. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of required records associated with incidents and injuries occurring at worksite. Maintains project or worksite statistical data. Maintains proper inventory of EMS equipment and first aid supplies. Maintains project or worksite first aid facility. May oversee other health issues such as drinking water, toilet facilities, food preparations, living areas, etc. Performs pre-employment medical, physical agility testing. Performs drug and alcohol testing at project or worksite, and administers drug and alcohol abuse policy at project or worksite level. Clerical, computer and communication skills are required. Certification as Emergency Medical Technician or equivalent preferred. Minimum one to three (1-3) years experience required.
A valid driver's license is a mandatory requirement.

It should be understood that employment may be located in potentially dangerous areas, including combat or war zones. This might involve the possibility of suffering harm by dangerous forces or friendly fire. These dangers are inherent to working conditions in a dangerous environment.

Skills (Required):
Health and Safety Management
Other (See resume or job desc)
Languages:
English
Clearance Required? No
Years of Relevant Experience: 1 to 3

[dfdems]

Looking at that I would say someone messed up or just doesn’t know the certification levels. An EMT over here would be in the dark with a lot of the daily stuff over here.

Take a look at #424801

[Nicoli07]

I've applied through the website. I've sent my resume to two diffrent individuals who have posted on here. One, Medic DVG, has pushed on forward that I know about. I haven't heard anything back. I am wondering if I've waited long enough or if my resume isn't up to snuff. I'm an EMS instructor, active field paramedic, and an emergency department technician that is practicing up to the paramedic level in the ed. I've applied several times over the last six months. Other than the standard email that they have received my application I haven't heard anything else. Is this normal?
I would realy like to give this a shot. Can someone help me here?
You can email me or post here
Here are my email addresses: nicoliemtp@yahoo.com or hotburnin@gmail.com
Thanks
Nick Schultz

[dfdems]

I've applied through the website. I've sent my resume to two diffrent individuals who have posted on here. One, Medic DVG, has pushed on forward that I know about. I haven't heard anything back. I am wondering if I've waited long enough or if my resume isn't up to snuff. I'm an EMS instructor, active field paramedic, and an emergency department technician that is practicing up to the paramedic level in the ed. I've applied several times over the last six months. Other than the standard email that they have received my application I haven't heard anything else. Is this normal?
I would realy like to give this a shot. Can someone help me here?
You can email me or post here
Here are my email addresses: nicoliemtp@yahoo.com or hotburnin@gmail.com
Thanks
Nick Schultz

Honestly it sounds like you have the experience they would want. The ED part would be a bonus I think as most of the stuff over here is clinical and working in an ER gives you a lot of experience road medics don’t see. I would emphasize the clinical aspect and any remote stuff you may have.

[MedicDVG]

I honestly don't know what is going on with KBR hiring. I will try and find the contact information for the recruiter in the Houston Support Office. It surprises me that you have not gotten even a "thanks for applying" type message from somewhere.

However, you will learn that logic, and competence are not rampant within the infrastructure of KBR...

I will get back to everyone.

Medic

[dfdems]

However, you will learn that logic, and competence are not rampant within the infrastructure of KBR...

I will get back to everyone.

Medic


Ha..a fellow coworker!

[MedicDVG]

oops.. did I say that out loud???


Now for penance I will have to write up 10 AHA/TSTI's...

[achillharp]

Hi guys! I recently applied to KBR for a position as a Medic/RN in Iraq or Afghanistan, and have yet to recieve a responce. I'm a RN with 24 yrs of experience in ER/Trauma. I have worked in public, private, govermental and humanitarian (NGO) settings. Have done remote nursing in a number of third world countries. Any advice? Should I wait alittle longer or move on? Would like to do this.... Thanks!

[achillharp]

Hi guys! I recently applied to KBR an haven't recieved any responce or feedback. I'm a RN with 24 yrs ER/Trauma experience. Have worked in private, public, govermental & humanitarian (NGO) settings. Experienced in remote medicine. Have lived/worked in a number of 3rd world countries. Should I wait abit longer or move on? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks! .... J.
PS - does anybody know of other contractors that are hiring RNs/Medics in Iraq/Afghanistan? Would really like to try this....

[sassyffmedic]

I honestly don't know what is going on with KBR hiring. I will try and find the contact information for the recruiter in the Houston Support Office. It surprises me that you have not gotten even a "thanks for applying" type message from somewhere.

However, you will learn that logic, and competence are not rampant within the infrastructure of KBR...

I will get back to everyone.

Medic

As long as you are checking on info... Do you mind my asking why they do not list the salary/ income range they offer ?
Thanks.. Be Safe
FF cmast/Medic
Flight Paramedic

[dfdems]

There are a lot of other companies that hire for the middle east. Dyncorp is a big one. There are also a lot of shooter teams that look for medics on occasion.

As far as not listing salaries I don’t think any company does that actually, at least none I have come across.

[tdpthagenius]

MedicDVG:
Any possiblity you can email me the KBR recruiter info? My dad is trying to get back over with KBR (he was over there for 2 years and came back to the states) He has a recruiter over there that can expedite the process but he just needs one here in Houston to link up with the one over there to start the process of getting him back over there. Basically from my understanding the recruiter over here needs to have his info in hand and start the process with the recruiter over in Iraq. If you can email the recruiter info that you have to kajohnson23@yahoo.com, this would be GREATLY appreciated!

Thanks and God Bless

[ZAmedic13]

HEY HEY

ANYBODY KNOW OF ANY REMOTE SITE WORK, tried the KBR thing, no joy OR answers from them.

Looking for paramedic positions, ALS Paramedic, ACLS, BTLS INSTRUCTOR, FLIGHT MEDICAL,

5 YEARS MILITARY, OPERATIONAL MEDIC WITH PRIMARY HEALTH CARE (IDC EQUIVALENT). REMOTE SITE EXP INCL Uganda/Sudan on rigs/mines

interested in doing the iraq/afgan site. also is the rates worth it.

please advise.

[flyNsafe]

AKflightmedic, please contact me off line. Thanks ! dstogsdill2002@yahoo.com

[furlofmalta]

I have heard nothing but horrible things about KBR

[Dmedic75]

Hey Mike,
I applied 1 1/2 yrs ago w/KBR and only heard that they had my application. I finally googled "medics in Iraq" and found a woman who gave me a bunch of info. She told me to forward her my resume and a did and within 2 days I had a call from KBR and they were ready to hire me but I did not have some things in line. I am struggling very much with taking a job with them due to the danger and the risk factor. This is causing a major problem in my relationship with not wanting me to go. I am very unsure of what I want to do so I am trying to gather all my facts before I make a decision.

TS




Hello, I am a paramedic and an RN with remote occupational health experience as well as extensive emergency room and 911 ambulance experience. I have applied to KBR several times with like many of you, no response. I would appreciate any assistance in getting my resume to the right person. I am motivated, got my passport and ready to go.

Thanks,
Mike
skybolt68@yahoo.com

[mpetroski]

Hey I read the post and would like to know if anyone knows any other companies besides blackwater that uses "shooter medics". I am also interested if anyone could help me get my resume to an in country supervisor.

Matt

[MedicDVG]

Greetings,
Its been a while since I posted here, and unfortunately I really have no new information. I have received a few resumes from people who I have forwarded up to Iraq Medical Management in Baghdad. From there I have no idea. We are critically short of medics in various places within Iraq and Afghanistan, so I don't understand why KBR isn't falling over themselves to fill the vacancies.

As for the person who said "I have heard nothing but bad things about KBR..." I ask, "like what?" -- My contract is ending and I am not renewing it as I have other interests back in the world to pursue. I have no benefit from being a 'company man' so if you have specific questions, then ask away. I will give you an honest answer.

1) Salary -- I can only comment on what my contract states, the rates could have changed up or down in the year that I have been here.

Base rate is $3250 a month -- which translates to about $18.75 an hour. You are gaurenteed only 40 hours a week, however your 'normal' work schedule is 12 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Added to that base rate are various bonuses such as hazard pay, overseas bonus, and Iraq posting bonuses that total about 75% of your base rate.

So if you work the 84 hours a week that you are scheduled you will gross $8550 in a 4 week month. The only deductions from that would be any salary advances, airline tickets etc you have made, and your mandated Health Insurance.

For US expatriates living abroad the first $84,000 is tax free if you stay out of the USA for 330 days out of 360.

2) Working conditions: Again I can only comment on where I have been. Iraq is a war zone. Things are getting blown up and shot at daily somewhere in this country. Anaconda has been known as "Mortaritaville" since the US took over the place and it gets hit a couple times a week. The camp is so big though that you may not even know it unless the attack is somewhere close to your area. But the danger exists, especially for the medics as we go to where the problems are if KBR or our sub contractors are hurt.

You will get a hooch to live in with a shared bathroom. There are very very few places in theater where there are tents, even in Afghanistan. You may spend a day or two in a barracks type shelter until you get a hooch, depending on where you end up, but you will eventually get your own room.

There are phones and internet available in the offices. KBR is really cracking down on unauthorized internet use such as iTunes, and 3rd party chat software as they are experiencing some bandwidth issues. But you will be able to surf most sites (as long as they are not blocked by the IT), email your family, and chat with embedded chats like you find in gmail.

Most large posts have decent PX's as well as many fast food places such as pizza hut, burger king, popeye's chicken, cinnabon, and green been coffee (kinda like a starbucks type place). There are also local bazzars that are set up in or near the camps.

the DFAC (Dining facitilies) serve good food and lots of it. One of the greatest challenges you will have here is keeping from getting the KBR gut. There are world class gyms on every camp from small to large, and you are encouraged to use them.

3) Medic Duties: Most of your day will be in your office seeing patients. You deal with everything from sniffles to various forms of effluvia running out of whatever orifice is in style that day. You will get very good at respiratory infections and GI. Things like dermatology will present interesting challenges.

Some places staff an ambulance, but calls are few and far between. Mostly people will bring patients to you if need be, or if they are really bad, they go to the military medical system.

You will have a rigorous set of treatment protocols that give you a good cope of practice a decent formulary and you act for the most part on your own. There is no oversight other then following the protocols. Some places have PA's for consults on scene, or you can always bounce ideas off the PA's in medical management in Baghdad.

Some clinics are open 24 hours a day, so there is a chance that you will work nites.

4) KBR as a company. Note: This is true of any large corporation in general. You are an asset to them that provides them the means to collect reimbursement for your work. That is all. KBR is a highly bureaucratic organization with layers and layers of management that works ponderously and inefficiently. That is the norm for any contract company in theater. There are more rules and regs for you to follow and they change often and communication is not always very good. Depending on the people you may be supervised by someone way over their head, or who does a damn good job -- its pot luck for the most part. There is no professional development and most medics have to find online or alternative means to keep certs and licenses current.

Lastly, as soon as your usefulness to the company is exhausted, you will be let go. You can get fired for stupid crap too, but for the most part if you play the company games you are fine. Just think of the checks hitting the bank and you can put up with a lot of BS.

KBR is by no means the perfect employer, but I have yet to find one that is. I have particularly enjoyed my job and the money I have earned has allowed me to recover from a very bleak financial picture. I am stable now and able to go back to school on my terms.

Choose carefully if you want to be over here. It is not for everyone by any means. But if you do come over, cowboy up and do the job to the best of your ability without whining and you will be fine.


If you have specific questions, post up or better yet - email me at MedicDVG@gmail.com and I will do my best to answer. I also will give you a no **** answer based on my experience here.

Peace to everyone this holiday season!

MedicDVG

[MedicDVG]

Greetings,

If you are interested in KBR Medical jobs NOW is the time to apply! We are very short on medics for Anaconda (I know there are at least 4 reqs going through to HR now for more people), plus There are at least 6 positions currently posted and more needed!!

If you are motivated, willing to leave in as little as 2 - 3 weeks, can pass the background check, drug testing, and physical, then KBR wants to hear from YOU!

I will be out of the loop for a bit but send me resumes and I will forward them to medical management in Baghdad.

[EMTenor]

Hey guys, looking to get myself in with KBR or a similar company coming over to work in the sandbox. I'm a paramedic with 5 years of experience including some ER Tech experience as a medic there. Any and all help/pointers would be appreciated.

[sbreland]

Hey guys,
I am VERY interested in coming over. After researching all the threads and reading as much as I can it seems to be the consensus that if you want a job over there, you have to know someone on that side of the pond to stand a chance to get in. I have read post after post of people putting in apps on the KBR website and getting no replies and it seems that the one common thread to just about everyone that is over there that posts on here got there because someone forwarded their name up from that side. I know there has to be a few that browse this forum that are still over there, so if anyone over there can help me out please drop me a line at skbreland@hotmail.com.

[sbreland]

MedicDVG
Please drop me a line when you get a chance about the medic positions. I sent you an email the other day, so hope you got it. I am interested in coming over and wanted to see if you are still over there and could help out... Thanks skbreland@hotmail.com

[mpetro]

I know that the title is corny. I am looking for work overseas as a paramedic. I applied for Dyncorp, KBR any advice or prospects. Any help would be greatly appreciatted.

[puccinismum]

I spent 7 years in an icu environment,,medical pediatric..surgical...then to emerg..loved it loved it...i just finished my emt 1 in two months i will be done emt 2..Im in Alaska way too remote here, no infrastructure of road system to gain experience on the street, no trauma ctr, everyone is air lifted to Seattle. So , I have done these courses with the idea solely in mind of coming to Afghanistan, Iraq, Kuwait wherever Im needed. i too have been applying to the KBR website, it does say medic and advanced medic. I'm totally ok doing grunt work, wherever I can be of help, is there any hope of me being hired as an EMT 2? ????
I know I have the enthusiasm required to thrive in this kind of challenge, but I've spent so much money so far, and it seems by reading what I've read . its going to be all for nothing,

[puccinismum]

I have applied to KBR at the basic emt level, they do have that on thier 'jobs' website, advanced medic is the paramedic level, so I have applied, and applied. now I have discovered this forum, and I feel I am wasting, time money. etc..
I spent seven years in surgical icu, medical pediatric icu, then on to the ER dept in the hosp I worked, loved it , loved it, I am definetely geared for a hi trauma enviroment, I do however not want to do an emt job here in the us,,,I have taken the emt course specifically to work overseas, where I felt I would be of more use, I finished basic,, in two months am onto the emt 2 level,,,which is what they offer here in AK...I have state and national certification, and was hoping to go to Afganistan,,,somewhere where I could do some real good, make enough money to come back , do the paramedic program, but as you know thats 2 years,,,even if i stayed in AK for 20 years there is no road infrastructure here to validate real street experience, everyone is airlifted out to seattle , the closest trauma centre..since you have to be a EMT P level, its likely I will miss coming over there to do what I really want to do.....is there anywhere that will accept my skills??? I sure feel discouraged after reading these posts......

[AKflightmedic]

No there is no hope for you as a basic or as a EMT 2 working overseas for KBR or most any outfit.

The posting on their website is an error as has been discussed on this forum before. It is a matter of HR people not knowing the difference between the levels.

Please bare in mind that most Paramedics here are very seasoned, with many years experience in the field. Coming over here and doing the medicine we do is a huge learning curve for most at the medic level as it is way different than anything we routinely do back home.

I feel your pain in regards to Alaska as I was a flight medic there for a few years. I know what you are enduring. I know you are limited in your job choices unless you are dual certified and that only applies to a few major cities and the rest of the state is volunteer.

If you want to come over to make money and do "your part", consider something non medical. There are tons of jobs in support positions that pay well and you can feel like you are serving your country. You may even transfer into a medical admin position where you can at least be in the clinical environment.

[dfdems]

I have to agree with what Akflightmedic said regarding better odd’s getting on in a non medical position. Some PSD teams use EMT’s but unless you have a strong military background your odd’s there aren’t that good most of the time.

Honestly just put in for everything you think you qualify for. The hardest part is getting in the door in any capacity.