Basel
PA Geriatric Psychiatry (Ward 1 South) 80-100%, immediate start or by arrangement
- 13 February 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- Basel
Job summary
Join Universitäre Altersmedizin FELIX PLATTER, a leader in Swiss geriatrics. Be part of a supportive team focused on elderly care.
Tasks
- Support patients in personal care, feeding, and mobility.
- Manage delegated tasks like temperature and circulation regulation.
- Maintain a clean and orderly patient environment.
Skills
- Completed training as AGS or caregiver, or SRK nursing assistant course.
- Empathy and patience with elderly, dependent individuals.
- Reliability and strong communication skills in German.
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About the job
PA / AGS in Geriatric Psychiatry
100%, immediate start or by arrangement
Your work environment
With over 1000 employees, the University Geriatric Medicine FELIX PLATTER is one of the leading institutions in Switzerland for geriatric medicine, psychiatry, and rehabilitation. With us, the highest medical competence and genuine empathy come together – become part of our dedicated team!
We are looking for committed and empathetic professionals for our Ward 1 South. With around 50 employees and trainees, we offer a specialised and structured working environment. Our focus is on the treatment of elderly patients experiencing acute psychiatric crises. We often care for people with dementia, delirium, and complex somatic comorbidities. We work in nursing according to the principles of Lean Management.
Your duties
Supporting patients with personal hygiene, food intake, excretion, and mobilisation according to the care plan
Taking on delegated tasks in regulating body temperature, respiration and circulation, measuring height and weight, as well as prophylactic nursing measures
Organising the patient environment and ensuring cleaning and disinfection measures on the ward
Ensuring order in the ward area
Documenting your own actions
What we offer
- A motivating working atmosphere: Work in an innovative and supportive environment that values professionalism and team spirit.
- Diversity and integration: Become part of an international team that sees diversity as a strength.
- Attractive employment conditions: BS pension fund, at least 5 weeks and 5 flex days of holiday
- In nursing: 39.5-hour week in a three-shift system
Your profile
Completed training as AGS or nursing assistant or SRK nursing helper course
Empathy and patience in dealing with elderly, care-dependent people
Resilience, endurance, and a good sense of others’ needs
Teamwork skills and good communication skills in German
Reliability and a sense of responsibility – you can be counted on!
