Learn about our selection and hiring process

Ready to embark on a rewarding medical career at sea with Carnival? We’ve streamlined our application process to make it smooth and straightforward. All applications must be submitted online through our official website.

 

After reading the application's minimum requirements and clicking on the apply button, you’ll be seamlessly guided to our Applicant Tracking System, Pinpoint, where you’ll find a detailed overview of the role’s responsibilities to ensure you’re fully informed about the position you’re pursuing. From there, you can easily create your personalized online profile by following a few simple steps. This profile will showcase your qualifications and experience, helping us match you with the opportunity to provide exceptional healthcare aboard our ships. Start your journey with us today!

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1. Application Profile

When you click to apply for any of our medical positions, you will be directed to our Pinpoint website to complete your online application. Start by reviewing the detailed position description and responsibilities to ensure they align with your expertise and career goals. Then, you will create your personalized application profile, which serves as your professional introduction to our team.

 

As part of the process, you will complete a brief questionnaire and upload key documents to showcase your qualifications and experience. Be ready to submit your CV or resume, qualification certificates, proof of professional registration, and certificates for any specialized medical courses. Please submit files in PDF format to ensure clarity and compatibility. 

 

Once your submission is complete, you will receive a confirmation email containing detailed instructions that outline the next steps in your application journey.

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2. Assessments and Interviews

To assess your competencies, technical skills, and suitability for the position’s requirements, our selection process includes one online asynchronous assessment and two video conference interviews.

 

These steps are designed to provide a comprehensive evaluation of your qualifications and suitability for the role. Candidates who perform well at each stage will progress through the process, bringing them closer to becoming part of our team. We are committed to discovering the finest talent to deliver exceptional care at sea.

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3. Applicant Review and Selection

If your experience, skills, and competencies closely align with the position's requirements, we may ask for additional documentation, such as professional references, to further support your application. 

 

Due to the high volume of applicants, please note that processing times may vary, as we prioritize those who closely align with our criteria. We appreciate your patience and are committed to conducting a thorough and fair review of each candidate.

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4. Hiring and Onboarding

If selected, you will receive an employment offer to join one of our brands. Once you accept the offer, you will start the onboarding journey by completing several essential steps. These include passing a seafarer medical fitness exam to ensure you are physically fit for life at sea and obtaining a United States C1/D visa for international travel if you are not a resident of the United States or Canada. Please note that meeting these requirements, along with complying with other global or local regulations, may take several weeks due to processing times outside our control.

 

Once you’ve successfully obtained all necessary confirmations and certificates, you’ll be ready to join a vessel. Your deployment to a ship will be scheduled as soon as a suitable vacancy opens up, marking the beginning of your career at sea with us.

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Q&A - Professional Responsibilities

How do I apply for a healthcare position?

Submit your application online at https://medicaljobs.carnival.com. Click APPLY on the relevant position that matches your qualifications.

What documents do I need to submit?

We recommend using a computer to apply.
You will need to submit the following:

  • A cover letter and recent CV / résumé in English.
  • Evidence of your professional registration and current license to practice.
  • Evidence of all your medical qualification(s) (diploma, bachelor’s, master’s degrees).
  • Evidence of relevant certifications: ACLS/ALS, PALS, ITLS, ATLS, or PHTLS. Note: ACLS/ALS certification is required to be employed but not to apply for a position.
  • A completed procedural skills form: download a form from the website to complete and upload.

We recommend you upload high-quality scans of your documents. PDF format is preferred. File names should include your name and a description of the document, such as “John Smith—ACLS Certificate.” Do not aggregate multiple documents, as they will be rejected.
You may need to upload pictures of any visible tattoos or piercings.

What stages are there in the application process?

Each stage in the application process must be completed and passed before you can progress to the next step.

1. Upload the required documents.
2. Complete an online computer skills assessment
3. Interview with a recruiter
4. Pass a clinical skills assessment
 

How long does the application process take?

We make every effort to expedite the application process. However, there may be delays due to demand for the limited number of positions in our fleets. We generally review applications within a few weeks of your online submission. We will communicate with you regarding each step of your progress, including whether you are successful in all stages. Please note that you will only be offered employment once a position becomes available for newly hired staff. We recommend that you keep your current job until there is more certainty about your joining date.
 

What happens if my application is successful?

If you have successfully passed all recruitment stages, you will receive a provisional job offer. A joining date will be planned according to our operational needs, your availability, and the successful completion of onboarding requirements.
 

I received a job offer. What next?

If you accept the offer of employment, we will be directed to an onboarding portal that lists the necessary details and requirements you need to fulfill. Our onboarding team will follow up with you on every task, support you with your questions, and verify the required documents. It might take a few weeks to months to become ready to join your first assignment as there are many governmental processes we have no control over.

When should I resign from my current job?

We recommend you do not make any significant changes to personal plans or resign from your current job until a member of our onboarding or scheduling teams advises you accordingly. We want to avoid periods of unemployment and coordinate your availability with that of our vacancies onboard.

I am ready to join. What’s next?

Once you have completed all the onboarding steps and an assignment is available, our team will coordinate the necessary logistics to join a ship. You may still need to wait until we can allocate you a vacancy to start onboard a vessel.
 

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