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