Assistant to Chief Physicians & Department Management

13 February 2026
100%
Permanent position
Basel

Job summary

Join the Universitäre Altersmedizin FELIX PLATTER team! A leading Swiss institution in geriatrics, psychiatry, and rehabilitation, this role offers an innovative work environment.

Tasks

Coordinate appointments and manage administrative tasks for department heads.
Organize training events and meetings for continuous education.
Support assistants with onboarding and personnel administration tasks.

Skills

Experience as a chief physician secretary or similar role required.
Strong German communication and medical terminology knowledge preferred.
Excellent PC skills, especially in MS-Office applications.

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About the job

Assistant to Chief Physicians & Department Management

40-50%, immediate start or by arrangement

Your work environment

With over 1000 employees, the University Geriatrics FELIX PLATTER is one of the leading institutions in Switzerland for geriatrics, psychiatry, and rehabilitation. With us, the highest medical competence and genuine empathy come together – become part of our dedicated team!

Your tasks

Appointment coordination, administrative and organizational matters for the chief physicians as well as for the department management "Rehabilitation & Neurology"

Organization of training and further education events and events, planning/organization of meetings

Organization and minute-taking of the Medical Executive Committee

PEP management for the entire medical team

Creating duty and ward round schedules

Support of assistant doctors in the admission and discharge process including associated personnel administration (recording of entry notifications, changes, etc. in the personnel recording tool)

Processing of expense reports, invoices, etc.

Responsibility for the smooth functioning of processes

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: Pension fund BS, at least 5 weeks and 5 flex days of vacation

Your profile

Completed training as chief physician secretary or several years of professional experience in a similar environment

Confident correspondence in German

Knowledge of medical terminology (advantageous)

Resilience, flexibility, and openness

High self-motivation, sense of responsibility, and customer orientation

Teamwork skills, versatility, and overview even in hectic situations

High service orientation

Independent working and proactive thinking

Very good PC skills, especially in the MS Office environment

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