Deputy Head of Gastroenterology of the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service at the Regional Hospital of Bellinzona and Valli

About the job

The EOC, the multi-site hospital of Ticino, is present with its institutes throughout the entire cantonal territory for a total of 1,000 beds. The organization effectively combines a local approach with an overall vision, guaranteeing the population a comprehensive and nearby hospital offer, regardless of where the services are requested.

Thanks to the commitment and competence of over 6,500 collaborators and their attention to human relations, the EOC ensures quality healthcare by caring for over 41,000 inpatients annually and providing over 600,000 outpatient consultations.

The Cantonal Hospital Authority (EOC) is looking for a specialist for the position of

Deputy Head of Gastroenterology of the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service at the Regional Hospital of Bellinzona and Valli (100%)

Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service at the Regional Hospital of Bellinzona and Valli (ORBV)

The Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service of the ORBV:

• ensures all Gastroenterology competencies for the entire ORBV
• has a state-of-the-art endoscopy platform
• performs over 2200 endoscopic procedures annually, including complex elective procedures (ESD, ERCP, echoendoscopies)
• conducts over 2000 consultations (excluding endoscopic activities) in outpatients and inpatients

Main responsibilities

• lead the clinical management of the Service, the endoscopy platform, and the outpatient clinic;
• manage, lead, train, and evaluate the medical staff of the Service, promoting their professional growth;
• play a proactive role in the establishment and development of the new EOC Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service, contributing to the definition of the organizational model, clinical protocols, and strategic vision;
• coordinate activities with nursing and administrative staff, ensuring high-quality care in a collaborative environment;
• promote collaboration with other EOC Services;
• develop and monitor care safety, quality, and clinical governance programs;
• contribute to achieving clinical, safety, and efficiency objectives, in line with the directives of the ORBV Management and the Medical Area;
• promote a culture of continuous improvement and patient empowerment;
• strengthen relationships with general practitioners, pediatricians, and local institutions;
• support Management in defining and implementing strategy, respecting quality and financial objectives.

Requirements

The candidate must have:

• federal specialist certification in Gastroenterology according to articles 20 and 21 of the Federal Law on University Medical Professions (LPMed). For foreign qualifications, Mebeko recognition is required before starting activity at the EOC;
• preferably holding the advanced training certificate in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography ERCP (SGG);
• desirable university teaching qualification (Switzerland or abroad), or the possibility to obtain it within 24 months of appointment;
• desirable additional training in business management;
• proven experience in Gastroenterology, gained in a senior physician role at a cantonal or university hospital;
• proven experience in clinical and managerial leadership of a hospital Gastroenterology Service;
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to manage relationships with patients, families, and collaborators in line with EOC values;
• experience managing high-volume outpatient clinics;
• willingness to propose a strategy to develop Service efficiency and optimal resource management;
• commitment to promoting professional development of collaborators;
• teamwork orientation, dialogue, and interprofessional collaboration;
• aptitude for developing basic and continuing education in Gastroenterology;
• excellent command of the Italian language and good knowledge of English or another national language.

The winner of this competition is offered

• the role of deputy head of the ORBV Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service;
• integration into a solid and experienced team;
• the opportunity to work in a dynamic and evolving context;
• involvement in the establishment and development of the new EOC Gastroenterology and Hepatology Service;
• participation in innovative EOC projects for the modernization of care pathways;
• participation in the activities of the Faculty of Biomedical Sciences of the University of Italian Switzerland (USI);
• inclusion, if applicable, in the Faculty of Biomedical Sciences of USI with a title corresponding to their academic curriculum.

Start of service

Submission of applications and information

The appointment conditions are those provided by the Regulation concerning the hiring of EOC staff and doctors.

The EOC is committed to being an employer attentive to equal opportunities and the family needs of individuals and dual-career couples. Therefore, female applications are particularly appreciated and encouraged.

Applications, in electronic format, complete with curriculum vitae and copies of study and work certificates, must be submitted on the dedicated platform at: http://www.eoc.ch/Offerte-lavoro.html by 27.02.2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered, nor those sent in paper form.

For further information:

• Prof. Dr. med. Paolo Ferrari, Head of Medical Area, EOC General Management (tel. +41 91 811 13 14)
• Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Greuter, Head of Gastroenterology, Regional Hospital of Lugano (tel. +41 91 811 61 22)
• Alessandro Bressan, Director, Regional Hospital of Bellinzona and Valli (tel. +41 91 811 90 06)