Job opportunity

Senior Physician in Geriatrics / Senior Physicianess in Geriatrics

Premiumjob AG August 29, 2026

Senior Physician in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine (m/f/d)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to further your career as a senior physician in geriatrics at a prestigious hospital in the German-speaking region of Switzerland? We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Senior Physician in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine (m/f/d).

Job Description

In this role, you will provide comprehensive care for patients within our geriatric inpatient unit. You will be part of a motivated interdisciplinary team that includes nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, nutritional counseling, and speech therapy. This collaborative environment currently features a lead physician, a senior physician, and an assistant physician, all working towards the advancement of the geriatric department. Additionally, your expertise will facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration with various other departments.

As the senior physician, you will also take on the important responsibility of training and educating assistant physicians, shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Requirements

  • You hold a specialist qualification in General Internal Medicine (FMH) or an equivalent EU diploma recognized by the Federal Office of Public Health (BAG).
  • You either already have training in geriatrics or are willing to undergo this training.
  • You are a resilient, committed, and team-oriented individual with strong organizational skills.
  • You possess high social competence and a deep understanding of elderly care.
  • You enjoy mentoring assistant doctors and educating students.
  • Your German language proficiency is excellent in both spoken and written forms.

What We Offer

  • A stimulating and rewarding field of responsibility within a modern workplace located in a new building.
  • A supportive and collegial working atmosphere with an innovative team.
  • Opportunities for your own professional development and further education.
  • A high quality of life in a delightful working and living environment.
  • Attractive employment conditions.

Workload

80 – 100%

Start Date

To be agreed upon.

Location

Zurich.

If you are interested in this position as a senior physician in geriatrics and would like to learn more, please apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For additional information, feel free to contact us and quote reference number 717. We look forward to hearing from you!

Contact Information

PremiumJob AG
Neugasse 14
9400 Rorschach
Switzerland
0041 71 845 20 00

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Work location, Switzerland

Application Form

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