Assistant physician
Applications close 31 Dec 2026
Responsibilities
Postgraduate Training: • 1-year program focusing on outpatient psychiatry, splitable over 2 years at a 50% workload (SIWF-recognized, fully creditable toward the specialist title) Clinical Activities: • Conducting initial and follow-up psychiatric consultations under supervision • Diagnostics and treatment planning for affective disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, among others • Pharmacological treatment, supportive psychotherapy, and crisis intervention • Documentation according to clinical standards (ICD-10/11, electronic medical records)
Requirements & Qualifications
Resident Physician / Junior Doctor: • Completed medical studies (Swiss federal medical diploma or recognized foreign equivalent) • Valid license to practice medicine (FOPH / BAG) for Switzerland, or willingness to apply for one • Interest in postgraduate psychiatric training with a focus on outpatient care • Empathy, resilience, and enjoyment of working in an interdisciplinary team • Good knowledge of German (at least C1 level), additional languages are an advantage • Previous experience in psychiatry (e.g., clinical electives, internships) is desirable
What We Offer
SIWF-Recognized Postgraduate Training: • 1 year of outpatient psychiatry (fully creditable toward the specialist title) • Diverse patient spectrum, primarily psychotherapeutic clientele • Personal guidance: Regular supervision, as well as internal and external continuing education Attractive Conditions: • Significantly above-average salary based on Zurich tariffs (e.g., cantonal salary standard for resident physicians) • 5 weeks of vacation, flexible working models (on-site/remote)