Ship's doctor
Become a crewmember
As the ship's doctor on board, you provide medical care to our crew and guests during remote ocean voyages and Antarctica expeditions. You are responsible for handling a wide range of medical needs, from routine health checks and giving our (voyage) crew a peace of mind during seasickness, to emergency care. The ships doctor ensures a safe and supportive environment on board. This role requires a high level of adaptability, strong decision-making skills and experience in remote environments.
Duties and responsibilities
- Provide medical services to guests and crew as required.
- Administrative duties (medical reports and stock control)
- Maintain and update onboard medical inventory as required
- Assist with other duties on board, such as sail handling, cleaning activities or helping out in the galley.
- Provide medical assistance during shore visits
Qualifications and requirements
- Official medical degree (M.D.), preference for Dutch doctors with valid BIG registration
- A minimum of 5 years of recent experience
- Recent experience as GP is an advantage
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Must be able to handle complex situations, including managing interactions with guests.
- Previous maritime experience is an advantage.
Minimum required certificates
- Dutch seamansbook or seamansbook recognized by the Dutch authorities
- Seafarer’s medical certificate
What can we offer
- Volunteer position
- Paid travel from and to the ship.
- Possibility of a fixed rotation.
- Good liability insurance for BIG registered doctors. Foreign doctors will be required to contact from Radio Medical Service of the Dutch Coast Guard for medical treatments on board that exceed first aid.
- Sailing in the most remote regions of the world, like Antarctica.
- Being a part of an enthusiastic international crew.
- Traditional sailing on one of the most respected Tall Ships of the Netherlands.
