NCL Bahamas

NCL Bahamas

Sr. Director & Deputy Chief Medical Officer

Miami, Florida · Exec

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 15 days ago
ComplianceHRPublic HealthLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • Director & Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) serves as the support function to the company's primary authority for all medical operations across the fleet.
  • This leadership role ensures medical regulatory compliance, supports shipboard medical personnel and operations, the clinic in Manila, and drives continuous improvement in health care delivery and public health practices on board.
  • The DCMO collaborates with the CMO and supporting team to develop policy, coordinate medical training programs, and support emergency response efforts, contributing significantly to the health, safety, and well-being of crew and guests while upholding NCLH's commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Drive financial accountability across the fleet through innovative and accurate inventory management.
  • Drive utilization of the Manila Clinic and explore opportunities for optimization.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • DEGREE TYPE: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent
  • At Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), we know our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent.
  • FIELD(S) OF STUDY: Medicine, with specialization or knowledge in maritime or occupational health preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in maritime, cruise, or international medical operations, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and healthcare delivery in complex environments or comparable knowledge.
  • Minimum of 8 years of management experience, including leading multi-disciplinary medical teams or healthcare operations in a global or distributed setting
  • Prior experience working onboard as a Ship's Doctor is highly desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to engage with international regulatory agencies and drive cross-functional medical initiatives
  • Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and manage global, remote teams
  • Familiarity with public health policy development and training program design

Skills

  • Deep knowledge of maritime medical operations, including regulatory and compliance frameworks
  • Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills
  • Strategic thinking with operational execution capabilities
  • Skilled in conducting internal audits and managing corrective actions
  • Competency in managing sensitive medical information in collaboration with HR and Legal functions
  • Valid and unrestricted Medical Doctor license (required)
  • Additional certifications in Maritime Medicine or Public Health (preferred)

Benefits

  • Assist with the development and coordination of the strategic direction of fleetwide medical operations, ensuring alignment with international, flag state, and port state medical laws and standards.
  • Review and advise on company medical policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
  • Oversee shipboard medical facility operations, inspections, and internal audits, ensuring adherence to medical protocols and public health guidelines.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement throughout the worldwide medical operation.
  • Provide real-time guidance to shipboard medical teams during onboard emergencies.
  • Lead the design and implementation of medical training, education, and compliance programs in coordination with internal departments.
  • Collaborate with Human Resources to manage the Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME) process and medical credentialing of crew.
  • Support the Legal Department in managing medical-related claims by providing expert insight and relevant documentation.
  • Promote shipboard public health awareness and preventive healthcare initiatives for both guests and crew through various Occupational Medicine campaigns and programs.
  • Drive innovation and develop new programs to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of medical services across the fleet.

Company info

  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises
  • It is Norwegian Cruise Line Holding's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and marital or veteran status.
  • The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.
  • They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
  • All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
  • Brand Overview
  • Norwegian Cruise Line
  • Oceania Cruises
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  • Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line®, Oceania Cruises® and Regent Seven Seas Cruises® brands.
  • The combined brands currently operate 32 ships, employ over 35,000 shipboard crew from more than 110 different countries and visit approximately 700 different port destination each year.
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