Paramedic

Crew Life at Sea; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cruise line partner is seeking a Paramedic to provide emergency medical care onboard a cruise ship. This role involves responding to medical emergencies, operating specialized equipment, and collaborating with a multinational medical team. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of paramedic experience and holds ACLS and BLS certifications. Accommodation and meals are provided, along with a competitive salary paid in USD.

Benefits

Competitive salary paid in USD

Accommodation and meals provided

Full medical coverage

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

International travel experience

Qualifications

• Licensed Paramedic with valid registration or certification.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in emergency service.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate emergency medical response.
• Assist medical officers with triage and stabilization.
• Operate and maintain emergency medical equipment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and logs.

Skills

Licensed Paramedic

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Strong clinical decision-making skills

Excellent English communication

Tools

Advanced life support equipment

Job description

Position: Paramedic
Location: International placement onboard a cruise ship

About the Opportunity:
Crew Life At Sea is currently recruiting Paramedics on behalf of a leading cruise line partner. This vital role provides emergency medical care to guests and crew, supports shipboard health and safety protocols, and ensures the effective operation of the onboard medical facility. This is an excellent opportunity for highly skilled first responders to work in a fast-paced, multicultural maritime environment.

All placements are made directly with the cruise line Crew Life At Sea does not charge any recruitment or placement fees.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide immediate emergency medical response to guests and crew, including advanced pre-hospital care

• Assist medical officers with triage, stabilization, and patient handover to shore-based facilities when required

• Operate and maintain emergency medical equipment such as defibrillators, EKG monitors, ventilators, and oxygen delivery systems

• Participate in daily clinic operations, including basic treatments, wound care, and medication administration

• Conduct regular inspections, testing, and maintenance of all emergency medical and trauma equipment

• Maintain accurate medical records, incident reports, and medication usage logs

• Assist in crew safety training, including CPR, AED use, and first aid drills

• Support the ships emergency response team during drills and real-life incidents

• Adhere strictly to onboard safety, hygiene, and infection control protocols

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive monthly salary paid in USD

• Accommodation and meals provided onboard

• Full medical coverage during your contract

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

• International travel and work experience

• Comprehensive onboarding, documentation, and travel assistance

Who Were Looking For:

• Licensed Paramedic with valid national registration or certification

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a paramedic in a high-volume emergency service (land-based or maritime)

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required; Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or equivalent preferred

• Strong clinical decision-making skills and ability to work independently in remote environments

• Experience operating and maintaining advanced life support equipment

• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to adapt to shipboard life and function effectively within a multinational medical team