Locum Offshore Doctor (2 Assignments, 2027)

About the role

A provider is seeking two locum offshore doctors to support an offshore locum project, each for a minimum of 28 days per assignment. Assignment 1 runs from 17 January to 17 February 2027, and Assignment 2 from 17 February to 31 March 2027. The Offshore Doctor provides primary healthcare, emergency medical response, occupational health support and medical evacuation coordination for personnel in offshore and remote environments.

Key responsibilities

• Clinical care: assess, diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions; manage emergencies, trauma and life-threatening incidents; stabilise patients and coordinate MEDEVAC; keep accurate, confidential medical records.
• Emergency response: act as lead medical responder, take part in drills and incident planning, provide ALS and trauma management, and liaise with onshore teams, hospitals and evacuation providers.
• Occupational health: fitness-for-work and return-to-work assessments, health surveillance, health education and monitoring of communicable disease risks.
• Health, safety and compliance: follow medical protocols and regulations, take part in medical incident investigations, maintain equipment, medicines and clinic supplies so the clinic stays inspection-ready.
• Administration: prepare medical and operational reports, manage inventory and medical documentation, and liaise with stakeholders on employee health and referrals.

Required profile

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) from a recognised institution and full, unrestricted medical licence in the home country.
• At least 5 years of post-graduate clinical experience; Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Intensive Care, Family Medicine or Occupational Health experience preferred.
• Previous offshore, maritime, military, expedition, mining or oil and gas experience is advantageous.
• Preferred: experience with multinational workforces, familiarity with Western healthcare standards, and experience coordinating telemedicine and medical evacuations.

Required skills

• Current ACLS; current BLS; International Trauma Life Support, ATLS or equivalent preferred.
• OEUK valid offshore survival certification (BOSIET/FOET) preferred or willingness to obtain it.
• Seaman's book.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and Microsoft Office; strong English, verbal and written.

Working conditions

• Rotational offshore assignment (e.g. 28/28, 35/35 or company-designated rotation).
• Accommodation provided on the installation or vessel.
• Ability to work in remote environments and to respond to emergencies 24/7 while on rotation.