Deputy Chief Consultant or Chief Consultant

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 by adopting 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.

Any designation of person or function is understood to apply equally to both masculine and feminine forms.

The Department of Advanced Age is seeking, for its outpatient units, a:

Deputy Chief Consultant or Chief Consultant

100%

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 and will treat it with complete confidentiality.

As part of your role you will be expected to:

• develop direct and continuous clinical practice with patients, in close collaboration with other members of the unit
• supervise the daily work of the multidisciplinary team and particularly that of the assistant doctors
• promote inter-institutional collaboration
• participate in outpatient on-call duties, in first or second line depending on the absence or presence of the FMH title
• participate in the teaching provided by the unit
• supervise the drafting of reports required by insurance bodies, guardianship and judicial authorities, and the drafting of any other medical reports

The skills required for this position are as follows:

• at least 2 years of experience in hospital and/or outpatient psychiatry
• have an interdisciplinary team and network working spirit
• demonstrate leadership and have a sense of planning
• be capable of making decisions
• have knowledge of the Neuchâtel or Swiss health network

Why join the CNP?

• A specialised clinical activity in complex and varied situations
• An environment that promotes continuous training and supervision
• A position of responsibility allowing active contribution to the development of the unit
• An exceptional environment: Neuchâtel offers a unique quality of life, between lake and mountains, ideal for families and nature lovers.
• An environment that promotes continuous training and supervision
• For qualified doctors, the CNP provides financial and logistical support in case of relocation to the canton (subject to conditions).

Start date: immediately or to be agreed

Rate: 100%

Contract type: permanent contract (CDI)

Information: Jean-Pierre Schuster, Head of Department

Marie Leclerc, Sourcing and Recruitment Manager

Complete application files (cover letter, CV, diploma and work certificates) should be sent directly via Jobup.