Hospital Physician
Medical
Min 3 Months
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Driven to provide hope & healing.
Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.
About this role
Our Hospital Physician’s perform pre-operative physical exam on all admissions. They manage medical aspects of surgical patient care before, during, and after hospitalization, working very closely with Ward leadership, Anesthesia Providers and Surgeons.
This position may qualify for a family cabin. If you have school-age children, learn more about Mercy Ships Academy.
Requirements
Each role with Mercy Ships calls for a unique blend of experience, skills, and qualifications. The info below outlines what’s needed to serve effectively in this position—to meet operational standards and to help you thrive as part of the team.
What You Will Contribute
Assess and treat patients’ medical conditions during the peri-operative phase
Round daily on inpatients with Surgeons and/or Charge Nurses
Manage post-discharge care of outpatients not covered by a specialty care provider
Participate in ICU patient care
Assist with the patient screening process
Consult with Ward leadership, Anesthesia Providers and Surgeons on patient care issues
Participate in Clinical Governance activities of the Hospital
What You Will Need
Successful completion of Mercy Ships On Boarding program will be required for commitments of 12 months or longer
To be a licensed Physician
Successful completion of accredited residency (Registrar). Preferred residency programs: family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, medicine-pediatrics, or a program of at least two years leading to a General Practice license
Two years of independent, unsupervised medical practice, preferably including treatment of hospitalized pediatric and adult patients, following completion of all training, or two years of independent, unsupervised medical practice between training programs, if more than one training program was completed
Actively in practice within the past year
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Fluency in English
Ability to respond to requests and obtain information in a timely manner
About the team
You’ll be part of the Medical Team, a close-knit group of dedicated medical professionals working together to bring hope and healing through surgical and medical care.
Frequently asked questions.
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The experience of a lifetime is calling.
More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.
At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.
Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve—and your own.
Faith-Led Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Mercy Ships is a faith-based organization welcoming volunteers from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to our mission and values. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
Beware of Imposters: Confirm All Volunteer Communications
Volunteer opportunities and invitations to serve will always come directly from Mercy Ships’ official volunteer engagement teams. Never provide personal information to anyone without confirming their connection to Mercy Ships.
