Ship's Doctor - On Board Our Ships

Vedi l’offerta su Go Lavoro: golavoro.it/annuncio-lavoro/793m73

Are you ready to deliver world-class medical care at sea and lead with impact onboard? Welcome aboard.

Ship's Doctor - On Board Our Ships:
WHAT YOU WILL DO

Working at the heart of onboard healthcare, you will act as a Costa culture ambassador, supporting and guiding the Hospital Team while ensuring the highest standards of medical care and full compliance.

Act as the primary point of contact for all medical matters on board, ensuring full compliance and adherence to Company standards

Provide high-quality healthcare to crew and passengers through clinic services and on-call duties

Manage medical cases, emergencies, disembarkations and referrals ashore in coordination with the Chief Doctor

Ensure full compliance with Company medical procedures and foster collaboration within the Hospital Team

Work independently and take ownership of your responsibilities

Act as a role model by respecting and applying Company Values, actively engaging and fostering teamwork

WHO YOU ARE

You bring strong clinical expertise, autonomy and the ability to deliver excellent care in complex, multicultural and fast-paced environments.

Required

Appropriate Medical Degree with relevant specialization (Anaesthesia, Emergency Medicine, Critical Areas or other relevant specializations)

A minimum of 3 years of working experience post-graduate or post-registration

At least 6 months of certified full-time experience in an emergency area (ER, ICU, ambulances)

ACLS, ATLS, APLS or equivalent courses

Enrollment in the Italian Doctors Professional Order (Ordine Provinciale dei Medici Chirurghi ed Odontoiatri)

Good command of English (minimum B2 level)

Availability to work onboard for at least 6 months a year, split into two contracts of 3 or 4 consecutive months





Strong computer literacy (email, internet browsing and office tools)

Nice to have

Background in cruise, hospitality or other multicultural healthcare environments

WHAT WE OFFER

Your contract

Fixed-term, full-time contract onboard — typical duration 3–4 consecutive months

Meals and accommodation included throughout your contract

Your life onboard:
International experience combining travel, personal development, and independence

Travel & logistics: transport covered (flights/trains) for embarkation, disembarkation, and transfers

Meals & consumption: free daily buffet meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)

Discounts on onboard restaurants and bars (with possible daily credit)

Accommodation & services: single assigned cabin with bathroom

Cabin cleaning + free laundry service (crew laundrette and uniforms)

Package delivery service

Connectivity & tools: free internet (250 MB/month) + free WhatsApp text

Discounts on shops, products, hairdresser, and SPA

Wellbeing & health: free medical assistance onboard and ashore

Welfare and wellbeing programs (sports, events, monthly activities)

Leisure time: access to gym, lounge, bar, pool, and solarium for crew

Crew excursions + discounts on guest tours

Family & friends: opportunity to host family/friends (min. 30 days/year after 4 months)





Discover what life onboard looks like: https://career.costacrociere.it/shipside-benefits/

Your growth

Structured onboarding + welcome kit

Mentorship program with a dedicated mentor

Learning Officer for skills development and continuous improvement

Development model to identify and promote talented individuals

Learn about our culture and values: https://career.costacrociere.it/explore-your-potential/

WHY COSTA

Our community brings together individuals from different parts of the world, fostering connections and collaboration across cultures, enriched by different perspectives and experiences. We are here to bring happiness and provide unforgettable memories and experiences to our guests.

Costa belongs to the Carnival Corporation, the largest cruise company in the world. We are the only Italian cruise company flying the Italian flag, sailing the world’s seas for more than 75 years, offering our guests a unique experience on board and on land.

We are united by a shared passion: to drive success and live our ambition. Whether on board or shoreside, we bring energy, creativity, and a spirit of adventure to everything we do.

Join us and shape the future with Costa

Additional Info

Contract type: fixed-term, full-time

Application deadline: 31/08/2026

Estimated time to cover the position: 2 months

Time required to submit the application: approximately 3 minutes

CV Format: PDF, Word or Image format in English or Italian (max 1.5 MB)

E-mail/contact of the recruiting team (not for submitting applications): (email hidden)

Further information: visit our dedicated section Shipside FAQs – Costa Crociere Careers (https://career.costacrociere.it/shipside-faqs/)

Vedi l’offerta su Go Lavoro: golavoro.it/annuncio-lavoro/793m73