Deputy Medical Officer in Expertise

A cantonal public law institution, the CNP is tasked with leading the health policy of the canton of Neuchâtel in the field of mental health, in collaboration with partner institutions. The CNP aims to rehabilitate patients suffering from mental disorders through the adoption of an integrated and community psychiatry model; it implements public policies for the promotion and prevention of mental health; it acts as a reference centre in the field of professional training and research in psychiatry.

The medical department, for its centre of expertise, a:

60%

You hold a Swiss diploma or one recognised by MEBEKO. You have obtained the FMH title in psychiatry-psychotherapy (or at least the first part of the title in progress), and wish to join a recognised institution specialised in mental health? We welcome your application with pleasure and will treat it with complete confidentiality.

Within the scope of your role you will be required to:

• Conduct, according to annual objectives and the highest quality standards, insurance, civil and criminal expert assessments. Supervise CNP experts in drafting reports.
• Support doctors in training during the expert assessment process.
• Participate in the continuing education of teams to ensure a high level of competence, and contribute to the development and improvement of diagnostic and treatment methods.
• Take part in reflection and clinical development sessions in an interdisciplinary manner for projects and directions of the Expertise Centre.
• Develop and implement directives and programmes necessary for the department’s objectives, and ensure the smooth running of clinical activities in a spirit of multidisciplinary collaboration.

The skills required for this position are as follows:

• FMH diploma in psychiatry and psychotherapy or equivalent, SIM certificate and ideally holder of a CAS/DAS in forensic psychiatry or equivalent
• Extensive experience in expert practice
• Ideally, knowledge of the Neuchâtel or Swiss health network
• Interdisciplinary collaborative spirit, with ease in working in teams and networks.
• Natural leadership, combined with a developed sense of planning, organisation and decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills, enabling structured interviews, creating a climate of trust, analysing situations and asking pertinent questions.
• High adaptability, with openness to change and ease in adjusting to interlocutors, contexts and evolving methods and work tools.

Why join the CNP?

A human and stimulating mission: Work at the heart of a public institution recognised for its integrated and community psychiatry model.

An exceptional environment: Neuchâtel offers a unique quality of life, between lake and mountains, ideal for families and nature lovers.

Professional development: Opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in psychiatry, with active support for research and continuing education.

The CNP provides financial and logistical support in case of relocation to the canton (subject to conditions).

Your application confidentiality is guaranteed, on our website www.cnp.ch/carrieres/ or by email marie.leclerc@cnp.ch

Start date: to be agreed

Workplace: Préfargier site, 2074 Marin-Epagnier

Contract type: permanent contract (CDI)

Information: Alessandra Solida, Medical Director

Complete application files (cover letter, CV, diploma and work certificates) should be sent by email to marie.leclerc@cnp.ch