Ship’s Doctor
Shipside
Career
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.
What You Will Do
- 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
- Medical degree and relevant professional certifications
- Proven experience in clinical practice
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Fluency in English
What We Offer
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: assigned cabin (single or double) 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 Your Benefits
What We Offer
Your Growth
- Structured onboarding + welcome kit
- Mentorship program with a dedicated mentor
- Clear career path within your department
- Learning Officer for skills development and continuous improvement
- Development model to identify and promote talented individuals
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 their ambition. Whether on board or shoreside, we bring energy, creativity, and a spirit of adventure to everything they do.
Additional Info
Your Contract
Salary range
To that amount shall be added variable items, when applicable.
Location
On Board
Application deadline
31/12/2026
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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)
getonboard@costa.it
Further information
Visit our dedicated section Shipside
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