Ship's Doctor - On Board Our Ships
Pubblicato il 19-08-2026 - Costa Crociere in Italia
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/)