Lead Physician

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today!
As a Senior Physician you are responsible for the operation of our onboard health centers. You will be responsible for and lead the health center operation onboard and provide health care for both crew and guests!!
You Will Report To
Chief Physician (Shore side)
Staff Captain (Shipboard)
Responsibilities
How You Will Make a Difference
Provide medical services (evaluation and treatment) for inpatient, outpatient, and ICU care onboard
Lead all aspects of the onboard health center to see to efficient operations including:
Monitoring shore referrals and medical debarks of crew members in conjunction with shoreside Medical Services
Monitoring crew “unfit for duty”
Provide accurate communication with Medical Services shore personnel regarding guest medical debarks.
Responsible for making the medical decision for medical disembarks.
Maintain an open line of communication with the leaders of the other ship’s departments.
Responsible for seeing to the accuracy and completeness of all reports (AGE, Unfit for Duty, Health Declarations for ports of call, etc.) prior to submittal.
Ensure the Medical Team is aware of ACEP Guidelines, pertinent sections of the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) Manual and the Book of Privileges for Officers.
Provide professional and social mentorship to the medical staff
Supervise Medical team Crew Members participate in duties common to all onboard staff, such as lifeboat drills, responsibilities assigned by the Captain, or any other duty pertaining to Guest Safety.
See that hazardous materials are used and stored properly in operations under their control, including regular inventory and availability of SDS.
Assist with implementation of crew immunization programs.
Supervise pharmaceuticals onboard including proper controlled substance handling and disposal.
Basic Qualifications
What You Will Bring to the Team
Active medical license from STCW Country.
Medical degree from recognized college or university from an STCW country
The ability to provide a letter of good standing from STCW country prior to joining the vessel
3 years recent professional medical experience in general and emergency medicine, trauma care or critical care
3 years Maritime Medical Experience
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Advanced Trauma Life Support certificates (ATLS)
Provide a valid accredited BLS/PALS/ALS/ACLS/ATLS certificates prior to joining a vessel
Computer literacy and experience with MS Office programs
Experience with use of electronic health records
Preferred Qualifications
1 year of experience as a Head or Lead Physician or another physician leadership position
Sea care experience preferred
Additional Information
This is a SHIPBOARD role:
Benefits offered year-round, on contract and off-contract, as long as return contract is signed, including Major Medical Coverage, Short & Long-term Disability, Life Insurance and Retirement Savings Plan Option
You Must
Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
Appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulation
Your Responsibilities:
Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
Complete a pre-employment medical
Obtain a criminal background check
Bring approved work shoes
**Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.
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Work arrangement
Yes