Senior Medical Officer

Job Description

At Disney Cruise Line, we are dedicated to providing magical experiences every day. We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Medical Officer to lead our onboard health center operations while contributing to the well-being of our guests and crew. Join our team where we foster genuine connections and uphold our commitment to safety and excellence in a diverse and inclusive environment.

In this pivotal role, you will manage healthcare services on board, ensuring an efficient and compassionate approach to medical care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive medical care including evaluation and treatment for inpatient, outpatient, and ICU cases.
• Direct health center operations for optimal efficiency and care standards.
• Coordinate shore referrals and medical disembarkations with shoreside Medical Services.
• Communicate effectively with shoreside teams regarding guest medical issues.
• Make informed decisions about patient disembarkations based on medical assessments.
• Maintain strong communication with leaders across various departments on the ship.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness in all medical reports prior to submission.
• Foster knowledge of ACEP Guidelines and safety protocols within the medical team.
• Mentor and guide the medical staff to foster a culture of continual learning.
• Supervise crew safety duties, including leading lifeboat drills.
• Ensure proper management of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations.
• Support the execution of crew immunization programs.
• Oversee the management and inventory of pharmaceuticals onboard, including controlled substances.

Basic Qualifications

• Active medical license: Recognized in an STCW country.
• Medical degree: From an accredited institution in an STCW country.
• Letter of good standing: Ability to provide a letter of good standing prior to employment.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of recent experience in general and emergency medicine, including trauma or critical care.
• Certification: In Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS).
• Computer literacy: Demonstrated proficiency, particularly with MS Office.
• Electronic health records: Experience with electronic health records is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience: One year of experience in a leadership position such as Head or Lead Physician.
• Maritime medical practice: Three years of experience in maritime medical practice.
• Sea care: Experience with sea care is advantageous.

Additional Information

This is a SHIPBOARD position:

Enjoy comprehensive benefits such as Major Medical Coverage, Short & Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, and Retirement Savings Plan options.

Requirements

• Genuine interest: Have a genuine interest in a maritime career and the ability to live onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel.
• Safety roles: Be ready to undertake safety roles and emergency responsibilities as outlined in the ship Assembly Plan.
• Safety management responsibilities: Adhere to safety management responsibilities in line with the Safety Management System.
• Multicultural environment: Appreciate and respect working and living in a multicultural environment with established regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Valid passport: Hold a valid passport and be prepared to obtain a C1/D Seaman's visa (Disney Cruise Line will assist).
• Pre-employment evaluation: Undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation.
• Criminal background check: Complete a criminal background check.
• Work footwear: Provide approved work footwear.

Note

Disney Cruise Line upholds a drug-free workplace policy. All new hires will be subject to drug/alcohol testing during their first week onboard and throughout their employment period. Failure to pass may result in immediate termination.

Job ID

1325913BR

Company

Disney Cruise Line

Equal Opportunity Employer

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