Ship's Doctor

Embark on this journey with us and experience our world on board.
**Who we are**:
Ahoy, global community With 17,000 professionals from 70 countries, we're a tight-knit crew that celebrates uniqueness. Our ship is fuelled by trust, transparency, and positive vibes. We value every voice and create an inclusive workplace that reflects the world we explore.
**Ship's Doctor**:
**Your life on board**:
As a Ship’s Doctor on our Vessels, you’ll be the Costa culture ambassador, guiding and supporting our Hospital Team with your exceptional people skills. You’ll act in a pivotal role as the primary point of contact for all medical matters ensuring full compliance and adherence to Company Standards.
**Demonstrate your passion**:
Independent working
Fostering collaboration and strengthening the Hospital team
Warmly welcoming new Colleagues, facilitating their integration and familiarization with the Team and the Ship environment
Understanding of the core values of the hospitality industry
Ability to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
**Getting Things Right**:
Provide high quality healthcare to crew and passengers 24/7, through a clinic service and on-call provision
In emergencies support the Chief Doctor and other member of the medical Team as required
Manages cases of injury, disembarking crew or guests, medical visits/referrals ashore
Ensures compliance with all company approved medical and public health procedures
**Safety First**:
You assist the Captain in fostering a work environment that promotes a successful safety culture.
What makes you unique
Appropriate Medical Degree
Medical Specializations in Anesthesia, Critical Areas, Emergency Medicine or other relevant specializations
A minimum of 3 years working experience post-graduate or post-registration
At least 6 months full time experience in emergency areas, such as Emergency Room, ICU, ambulances enrollment in Italian Doctors Professional Order (Ordine Provinciale dei Medici Chirurghi ed Odontoiatri)
A good command of written and spoken English, B2 as a minimum
ACLS and ATLS, APLS, etc. courses or equivalent
Availability to work onboard for at least 6 months in a year, split in two contracts of 3 or 4 consecutive months
Good IT skills
**Why Costa**:
Welcome to a world of extraordinary adventures as a Costa crew member We're thrilled to have you on board and are dedicated to your personal and professional growth. We've got you covered with travel arrangements, onboard meals, and accommodation. During your free time, dive into our fantastic crew facilities, like the gym, crew beach, crew bar. Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks when on board and let your family and friends visit you.
Inclusion & Belonging
Costa is like a world within a world. Onboard and ashore, we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, belief, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique. Every individual is valued and respected for who they are. At Costa, inclusion fuels innovation and excellence and unites us in delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests and our people.
Additional info
**Contract type**: fixed-term, full-time
**Application deadline**: 05/12/2025
**CV Format**: PDF, Word or Image format in English or Italian (max 1.5 MB)
**Further information**: visit our dedicated section Shipside FAQs - Costa Crociere Careers
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