Senior Physician, Centre for Social Psychiatry
- 20 October 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.
For our Centre for Social Psychiatry of adult psychiatry at the Militärstrasse location, we are looking for a Senior Physician from 1 February 2027 or by arrangement
Senior Physician, Centre for Social Psychiatry
80-100%
Your Tasks
- Senior medical responsibility in an interprofessional team in the outpatient or day clinic setting
- Integrated psychiatric-psychotherapeutic diagnosis and treatment of adults
- Supervision and further training of medical, psychological, and nursing staff
- Co-design of our outpatient and day clinic services as well as networking with internal and external partners
- Participation in teaching and further training as well as - if interested - in scientific projects
Your Profile
- Possession of a Swiss medical diploma (registered with MEBEKO) or MEBEKO recognition of a foreign medical diploma (not registration) plus MEBEKO language entry German, to be submitted with the application
- Completed or well-advanced training as a specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy
- Psychotherapeutic experience; leadership or supervision experience advantageous
- Team and communication skills, personal responsibility, and patient orientation
- Openness to innovative treatment concepts and interprofessional collaboration
Our Offer
- Clinic, research and teaching combined: Working in a university environment with international networking
- Development with perspective: Diverse career paths in one of the largest psychiatric clinics in Switzerland
- Actively shaping the future: Participation in change and development processes
- Sustainable commuting: Participation in the ZVV BonusPass or general subscription
- Future provision with added value: 60% employer contribution to the pension fund
- Well cared for in everyday work: Discounted catering offers or lunch vouchers
Contact:
PD Dr med Stefan Vetter
Chief Physician
+41 58 384 73 03
is happy to answer your questions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
