Co-Chief Physician Responsible for the Radiology Department

About the job

About the offer

The Western Lake Geneva Hospital Group (GHOL) is looking for a clinical leader to join the management of its radiology department. In a privileged working environment in Nyon, combining high technicality and kindness, you will play a driving role in the development of a state-of-the-art technical platform and in the supervision of a team of specialists dedicated to patient safety and comfort.

Information can be requested from Dr. Aida Kawkabani, co-head of the radiology department, or the Medical Director, Dr. Thomas Nierle. Application files, with usual documents, must be sent by March 20, 2026, to the attention of Dr. Thomas Nierle, Medical Director.

1. Job description

As Co-Head alongside two other chief physicians, you share the management of a multidisciplinary department active 24/7. You work within a "human-sized" structure (1200 employees) while managing critical flows related to the Emergency Department and the Neurovascular Unit. The department is a reference center, notably certified by the Foundation for Breast Cancer Screening.

Your missions:

• Strategic and operational management of the department: Co-organize schedules and reading processes to ensure optimal responsiveness (e.g., maintaining the turnaround time for CT scan reports for vital emergencies under 30 minutes).
• Clinical expertise and supervision: Ensure the interpretation of complex examinations and the supervision of physicians in training.
• Development of multidisciplinary collaboration: Engage in inter-departmental collaboration and develop partnerships within the hospital and with regional physicians. Lead interdisciplinary meetings to strengthen care pathways (e.g., weekly participation in Tumorboards for personalized oncology care).
• Modernization and technological innovation: Evaluate and propose new imaging solutions to keep the department at the forefront.

2. Required profile

• Proven managerial experience: Experience as a senior physician within a Swiss hospital structure or equivalent, involved in clinical coordination, supervision of assistants, and organization of department operations.
• Technical expertise: Advanced mastery in emergency diagnostic radiology, neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, and interventional radiology.
• Interpersonal skills: Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams (physicians, radiology technologists, nursing and administrative staff).
• Experience in a Swiss University Hospital, with at least 2 years as a senior resident.
• Cantonal practice license (Vaud) required.

3. Education level

• Federal specialist title (FMH) in radiology or foreign title recognized by the FMH.
• At least two advanced trainings in osteoarticular imaging, diagnostic neuroradiology, and emergency radiology with a title obtained or in progress.
• Additional training in hospital management (such as Health Institution Management) obtained, in progress, or desired is a major asset.

4. Benefits

• Exceptional working environment on the Lake Geneva coast.
• Active support for continuing education and facilitated participation in conferences.
• Participation in the governance of a private institution recognized as being of public interest.
• Valued work-life balance.
• Attractive remuneration policy.