Head Physician of Gynecology and Obstetrics

The EOC, the multisite 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 5,000 collaborators and their attention to human relations, the EOC ensures quality healthcare to 380,000 patients annually.

This position is aimed at candidates who wish to submit an unsolicited application for the Regional Hospital of Locarno "La Carità"

Head Physician of Gynecology and Obstetrics (100%)

Profile:

The person must be able to work independently and interdisciplinarily, for the needs of the Gynecology and Obstetrics service, under the supervision of the chief physician.

They carry out autonomous outpatient activities, assist assistant doctors in managing emergencies, outpatient cases, and requested consultations. They independently or with assistants handle cases of requests for pregnancy termination in collaboration with the Sexual Health Counseling Center (COSS).

They are autonomous in managing the delivery room, assist other specialists in gynecology and obstetrics in managing emergencies, urgencies, and complications.

They are capable of independently performing operating room activities and assist and support other specialists in gynecology and obstetrics in performing interventions, managing emergencies, urgencies, and complications.

They have a role of responsibility in training assistant doctors and medical students within university activities, actively participate in the training of care staff. Professional classification will be evaluated based on academic titles and proven professional experience. Possible professional development opportunities will be assessed.

Necessary requirements:

• Completed specialization in Gynecology and Obstetrics (or equivalent title with MEBEKO recognition)
• Obtaining the Free Practice license issued by the DSS Canton Ticino
• Work experience in clinical gynecological/obstetric fields, both inpatient and outpatient
• Initiative spirit, strong relational and communication skills
• Organizational skills and predisposition to interdisciplinary collaboration with a view to continuous improvement of the Service development
• Flexibility and positive attitude, enjoyment in working in a team and collaborating transversally
• Flexibility and availability to work also at other EOC sites
• Good knowledge of Italian and English, useful knowledge of German and/or French

Entry date:

Unsolicited applications are evaluated only in case of service needs. Negative responses are not foreseen; the candidate will be contacted directly by the medical secretariat in case of a positive outcome for a vacant position.

Only applications received through this application will be considered.