Deputy Ward Manager, Centre for Acute Psychiatric Disorders
- 13 August 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.
The acute ward B1 is part of basic psychiatric care and treats people with acute mental illnesses. The focus is on individual, recovery-oriented, holistic treatment and care, as well as forward-looking discharge planning. In our interprofessional team, we work according to the key worker system and accompany our patients on their path to stabilisation.
For our acute ward, we are looking for a
Deputy Ward Manager, Centre for Acute Psychiatric Disorders
80-100%
Your Tasks
- Assuming delegated leadership tasks as well as deputising for the ward manager during their absence
- Close collaboration with the nursing specialist and active participation in the interdisciplinary treatment team
- Quality assurance and development of nursing services and offerings
- Integrated, modern nursing and care of patients within the framework of the key worker system
- Co-development in recovery-oriented treatment and support of patients and relatives
- Co-responsible for the training of apprentices and students on the ward
Your Profile
- Recognised professional training in nursing HF/FH (recognition certificate from the Swiss Red Cross for foreign diplomas)
- Several years of professional experience with adults in the psychiatric acute sector
- Strong professional, social and personal skills and high resilience
- Willingness to take responsibility and decisiveness
- High motivation, flexibility and the ability to engage in a dynamic and exciting working environment
Our Offer
- Knowledge that advances you: extensive training, further education and continuing education opportunities
- Strong in the team: appreciative collaboration and mutual support
- Health in focus: various sports offers, green oases and an in-house care team
- Sustainable travel: participation in the ZVV BonusPass or general subscription
- Well cared for in everyday work: discounted catering offers or lunch vouchers
- Future provision with added value: 60% employer contribution to the pension fund
Contact
Rodolpho Allisson
Head of Nursing
+41 58 384 35 75
is happy to answer your questions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Workplace
Brigitte Abegg
