Acupuncturist – Onboard Spa Therapist

About the role

Join MSC Cruises as an Acupuncturist and deliver high‑quality acupuncture treatments to guests aboard our luxury ships. Working under the SPA Manager, you will help maximise spa revenue while ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Provide acupuncture consultations and treatments to onboard guests.
• Recommend and promote retail home‑care products related to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
• Set up and manage multiple treatment rooms each day.
• Host wellness events, informational sessions and public talks on TCM topics.
• Maintain accurate guest records and build lasting relationships.
• Collaborate with the spa team to enhance guest experience and drive sales.
• Assist in general spa operations as directed by the SPA Manager.
• Adhere to MSC Cruises policies, procedures and professional standards.

Required profile

• Fluent English and proficiency in at least one additional language (German, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian or other).
• Nationally recognised Certificate or License in Traditional Chinese Medicine (minimum 2000 training hours).
• Previous experience as an acupuncturist; cruise‑ship experience is a plus.
• Comfortable speaking publicly about TCM and working in a sales‑oriented environment.
• Strong communication and customer‑service abilities.
• Basic IT knowledge.

Required skills

• Acupuncture treatment techniques.
• Traditional Chinese Medicine knowledge.
• Basic IT proficiency.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a global cruise line with a diverse, inclusive culture.
• Professional development and sales training.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.