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Job Description – Barge Doctor (Offshore)

Position: Barge Doctor MBBS
Location: Offshore Barge
Employment Type: Contract
Reports To: Barge Master / Offshore Medical Coordinator

Role Overview:

The Barge Doctor will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical care and emergency response to all personnel onboard the barge.

Offshore (Barge/Rig/Vessel) medical experience is compulsory. Applications without prior offshore experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 24/7 primary healthcare and emergency medical support onboard the barge.
• Manage trauma, accidents, occupational illnesses, and critical care cases until evacuation.
• Ensure availability and compliance of the medical chest, medicines, and emergency equipment as per offshore/flag regulations.
• Conduct routine health checks and consultations for crew and personnel.
• Maintain confidential medical records and health reports for the company.
• Support HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) compliance by participating in drills and emergency preparedness exercises.
• Provide health awareness, hygiene, and preventive healthcare guidance to onboard staff.
• Ensure proper bio-medical waste management as per offshore guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements (Mandatory):

• MBBS/MD degree with valid medical registration/license.
• Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience (general practice, trauma, or emergency medicine).
• Minimum 1–2 years of offshore medical experience on Barge / Rig / Vessel – COMPULSORY
• Valid OGUK / PEME medical fitness certificate.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and ITLS/ATLS (mandatory).
• Strong ability to work independently in remote offshore environments.

Contract Details:

• Contract Type: Fixed-term / Project-based (Offshore Barge)
• Accommodation & Meals: Provided onboard.
• Insurance: Comprehensive medical & life insurance as per company policy.
• Salary: Attractive, based on offshore medical experience.

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 8 months

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person