# 06 - Medical Officer

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        Department
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      All
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        Reporting to
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      Master / DPA
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        Objective
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      To ensure the health and safety of everyone on board.
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        Required Qualifications
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      VI/4 §1 & A-VI/4-1
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        Substitutes
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      Master / Second Officer
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### The Medical Officer has the following duties and responsibilities:

- To keep trained and knowledgeable in providing medical care.
- To maintain, restock, and manage the yacht's medical supplies and equipment.
- To be prepared to respond to medical emergencies.
- To coordinate with onshore medical facilities if needed.
- To regularly monitor the health and well-being of passengers and crew
- To provide health education and training to the crew and passengers.
- To maintaining detailed medical records.
- To ensuring compliance with maritime health and safety regulations.
- To oversee sanitation, food safety, and vaccination requirements.
- In case of contagious diseases or health crises, to act as a liaison with local and international health authorities.
- To offer support for mental health issues.

*The above job description has been read, understood, agreed upon and signed accordingly by:*

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