Apr 24

OPEN OPPORTUNITY FOR A QUALIFIED DOCTOR TO JOIN A TOP CRUISE SHIP LINE, APPLY NOW

In addition to providing prompt, safe, evidence-based assessments, doctors also perform clinical interventions and procedures, create treatment plans and differential diagnoses, coordinate referral and evacuation logistics, and provide individualized outpatient, inpatient, and critical care for visitors and crew. The chosen applicants will be given four-month contracts to work on our fleet of cruise ships, which are in operation all over the world, with two-month breaks in between.

OPEN OPPORTUNITY FOR A QUALIFIED DOCTOR TO JOIN A TOP CRUISE SHIP LINE, APPLY NOW | visajobshq.com

Application requirements

Successful candidates must hold the following:

  • A degree qualification in medicine

  • A current registration and license with an appropriate governmental or national regulatory body

  • A minimum of three years of experience after graduation

  • Experience in acute care, emergency medicine, or intensive care

  • The most recent work experience should be in a clinical setting

  • Experience and certification in point-of-care ultrasound are preferredĀ 

  • A valid ALS/ACLS certificate before joining a vessel

  • PALS certification is expected within the first year of employment

  • A Valid passport

  • Eligibility to be issued a United States C1/D Visa (not applicable for US and Canadian citizens)

  • Verbal and written fluency in English, both conversational and technical

  • Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft 365 productivity suite

  • Experience with the use of electronic health records is preferred

  • Outstanding interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills

  • Additional training in advanced airway management, intensive care, Primary Emergency Care, Immediate Medical Care, ECG, Advanced Trauma Life Support, and Advanced Pediatric Life Support is highly recommended, and experience working in private healthcare settings is preferred

Job highlights

As a shipboard Doctor, you can travel the world and practice your medical profession at sea in an exciting, challenging, and unique environment. The shipboard medical department prides itself in delivering high-quality, patient-centered, evidence-based healthcare to guests and crew. Within this diverse and welcoming environment, doctors provide a broad range of medical care supported by a highly skilled medical team in modern and well-equipped facilities.

Benefits include:

  • Single cabin accommodation with a private bathroom

  • Stewarding services

  • Access to the ship's amenities and entertainment

  • Discounted prices onboard shops and SPA

  • Free gym access and crew welfare program

  • Cruise benefits for self and friends and family