Sr. Director & Deputy Chief Medical Officer

Prestige Cruise Services LLC; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. seeks a Sr. Director & Deputy Chief Medical Officer to lead fleetwide medical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support shipboard medical teams and Manila clinic.

This leadership role drives healthcare delivery, public health practices, and emergency response across the fleet. You will collaborate with the CMO, HR and Legal to develop policies, training programs, PEME processes, and credentialing, aiming for continuous improvement and high

Qualifications

• MD degree with license in good standing.
• Maritime or occupational health expertise preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fleetwide medical operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support shipboard medical facility operations, PEME and credentialing processes.
• Lead medical training, policy development, and internal audits to improve health services across the fleet.

Skills

Maritime medicine

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Crisis management

Strategic thinking

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Job description

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US At Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), we know our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent. Our brands deliver vacations of a lifetime with innovative product offerings, a high level of service and unique guest experiences aboard each vessel and we're continually seeking applicants who are passionate about hospitality and committed to being their personal best. As you learn more about our company, we think you will agree that there is no better time than now to become a member of the NCLH family!

JOB SUMMARY

The Sr. 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.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• DEGREE TYPE: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent
• FIELD(S) OF STUDY: Medicine, with specialization or knowledge in maritime or occupational health preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 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.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Deep knowledge of maritime medical operations, including regulatory and compliance frameworks
• Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and manage global, remote teams
• Strategic thinking with operational execution capabilities
• Familiarity with public health policy development and training program design
• Skilled in conducting internal audits and managing corrective actions
• Competency in managing sensitive medical information in collaboration with HR and Legal functions

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• Valid and unrestricted Medical Doctor license (required)
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Additional certifications in Maritime Medicine or Public Health (preferred)

ABOUT NCLH

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 yea