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Lindblad Expeditions · 1 day ago

Manager of Medical Operations

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel, committed to providing unique travel experiences. The Manager of Medical Operations oversees all medical services across the fleet, ensuring safe and high-quality healthcare for passengers and crew, while also managing medical policy development and compliance with regulations.

EducationEnvironmental ConsultingTravel

Responsibilities

Assist in the management and standardization of medical services across all vessels in the fleet

Ensure onboard medical centers are properly equipped, staffed, and maintained

Develop and update medical protocols, clinical guidelines, and operational procedures

Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations, flag-state laws, and public health authorities (e.g., CDC, WHO)

Oversee and respond to internal and external audits and inspections

Manage medical risk assessments and incident reporting and debriefing

Recruit and help to onboard, shipboard medical personnel (doctors, nurses, physician’s assistants)

Develop and coordinate onboard training programs

Evaluate medical team performance

Assist medical emergency response planning, including outbreaks and mass-casualty events

Coordinate with shoreside hospitals, evacuation services, and port authorities as needed

Oversee infection prevention, sanitation standards, and public health monitoring

Assist with procurement of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and supplies

Liaise with external medical vendors

Support guest and crew medical case escalations when needed

Qualification

Medical degreeHealthcare operations experienceMaritime medicine experienceCrisis managementRegulatory compliance knowledgeLeadership skillsComputer skillsCommunication skillsTechnical writing skills