Assistant Physician, Centre for Social Psychiatry
- 12 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Temporary
- German (Fluent)
About the job
The Psychiatric University Hospital Zurich (PUK) is one of the leading psychiatric clinics in Switzerland. With over 2,500 employees, we are committed daily to the holistic treatment and care of people with mental illnesses. As a university hospital, we combine clinical expertise with research and teaching - in a working environment characterised by interdisciplinary collaboration, trust, and personal responsibility.
For the Limmattal Outpatient Clinic of the Centre for Social Psychiatry (ZSP) of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy at the Dietikon location, we are seeking from 1 February 2027 or by arrangement, initially limited to one year, a
Assistant Physician, Centre for Social Psychiatry
80-100%
Your Tasks
- Outpatient psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care of patients with a broad spectrum of psychiatric and social psychiatric disorders
- Planning and implementation of diagnostic and therapeutic measures in the interdisciplinary team under specialist supervision
- Opportunity to participate in scientific projects and university teaching events
- Documentation according to current quality standards as well as coordination of psychiatric aftercare
Your Profile
- Possession of a Swiss medical diploma (registered with MEBEKO) or MEBEKO recognition of the foreign medical diploma (not registration) plus MEBEKO language entry German
- Interest in further training to become a specialist FMH in Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
- Patient orientation as well as openness to innovative treatment concepts
- Strong ability to collaborate in the interdisciplinary team as well as with external partners
- Very good German language skills (level C2 in spoken and written)
- High personal responsibility and strong self-organisation
Our Offer
- Clinic, research and teaching combined: Working in a university environment with international networking
- Development with perspective: Diverse career paths in one of the largest psychiatric clinics in Switzerland
- Actively shaping the future: Participation in change and development processes
- Sustainably on the move: Participation in the ZVV BonusPass or general subscription
- Future provision with added value: 60% employer contribution to the pension fund
- Well cared for in everyday work: Discounted catering offers or lunch vouchers
Contact:
Dr med Caitriona Obermann
Senior Physician with special responsibilities
+41 58 384 47 90
Dr med Andrea Eisenhut
Senior Physician with special responsibilities / Deputy Centre Director
+41 58 384 73 34
are happy to assist you with any questions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
