MatchMedics is on the hunt for ALS Paramedics who love to travel to work onboard some of the world's largest cruise ships.

Paramedic Benefits:

  • $3500USD monthly (tax free), $2000 USD hiring bonus (tax free), and an additional 30% premium on top of the daily rate.
  • Accommodation (Single cabin with private bathroom)
  • Officer status & free access to ships' amenities and entertainment e.g bars, restaurants, shows, pools etc.
  • Free gym access and crew welfare program
  • Discounted prices on board shops and Spa

Paramedic Requirements:

  • A valid accredited ALS/ACLS certificate prior to joining a vessel. NO EMTS WILL BE CONSIDERED*
  • Paramedic diploma and active registration / lisense to practice.
  • 3 years of clinical experience as an ADVANCED (ALS) Paramedic.
  • A commitment to completing at least two four-month contracts within a twelve month period.
  • Fluency in English.

Paramedic - The Role:

  • Paramedics are responsible for providing high standards of individualized routine and emergency care to guests and crew.
  • Through the use of specific patient group directives, paramedics are able to practice autonomously under the authority of doctors, assessing patients and providing treatment and advice for specific conditions.
  • In additional to first response duties, paramedics work closely with shipboard nurses and doctors to attend to patients attending daily walk-in clinics.
  • Technical skills are learned and practiced on board, such as X rays acquisition, and performing a wide-array of laboratory tests and other procedures.

Salary: R64,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

  • Do you hold an Advanced Life Support Paramedic Qualification (or equivalent) and current registration and licensing to practice with an appropriate governmental or national regulatory body?

Experience:

  • ALS Paramedic: 3 years (required)

Language:

  • English (required)