Dipl. Nurse / Nurse, Central Triage
- 19 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- 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 our team in capacity management of adult psychiatry and psychotherapy at our Lenggstrasse location as well as in the large outpatient clinic Oerlikon, we are looking for a
Dipl. Nurse / Nurse, Central Triage
80-100%
Your Tasks
- Triage of patients to the appropriate treatment options: outpatient, day clinic, and inpatient
- Conducting counselling and crisis intervention conversations by phone and on site
- Processing enquiries from internal groups and external referrers
- Maintaining contacts with internal service providers
- Close collaboration with the triage senior physicians
- Participation and contribution to process optimisation
Your Profile
- Completed, recognised professional training in nursing HF/FH (recognition certificate from the Swiss Red Cross for foreign diplomas)
- Several years of practical experience in psychiatric institutions in Switzerland, preferably in the canton of Zurich
- High professional, social and self-competence, strong resilience as well as flexibility and analytical thinking
- Enjoy working with different professional groups
- Very good German language skills in spoken and written form, additional language skills are an advantage
- Willingness to work night and weekend shifts
Our Offer
- Together for people: Interdisciplinary collaboration for holistic psychiatric care
- Strong in the team: Appreciative cooperation and mutual support
- Actively shaping the future: Participation in change and development processes
- Future provision with added value: 60% employer contribution to the pension fund
- Sustainably on the move: Participation in the ZVV BonusPass or general subscription
- Well cared for in everyday work: Discounted catering offers or lunch vouchers
Contact:
Dr med Carolin Wollensak
Deputy Head of Capacity Management
+41 58 384 25 74
is happy to assist you with any questions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
