Internal Medicine Physician in the Ophthalmology Service - 100%

Company Description ##

With more than 13'000 employees representing 160 professions, the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève are a reference institution at national and international levels. To learn more about our institution, take a few minutes to consult our 2025 retrospective by clicking here.

The position is attached to the Department of Clinical Neurosciences. This department provides care to female and male patients of all ages, children and adults, suffering from neurosurgical, neurological, ophthalmological, and otorhinolaryngological pathologies. Care is adapted to the needs and difficulties of the patient, from the most acute sectors (intermediate care units) to the rehabilitation sectors (neurorehabilitation).

The objective of the department is to lead the patient base towards recovery of their autonomy through teaching, support, and outpatient follow-up. It ensures the operation of female and male patients as well as their support, in order to promote an early return home. In the same vein, outpatient care is also prioritized and surgical activity is optimized to facilitate access to care within a reasonable timeframe.

The Ophthalmology Service of the HUG has been, since its creation in 1878, the leading ophthalmology hub in the canton of Geneva in terms of diagnosis, treatment of eye diseases, as well as research. It relies on the most modern diagnostic methods, the most innovative techniques, and minimally invasive surgical intervention methods. Its primary values are those of a university service.

Job Description ##

Under the supervision of the medical hierarchy, you assume responsibility for the medical care of assigned female and male patients, practical activities, and clinical and therapeutic interventions. You participate in the night and weekend on-call system.

Your sense of organization and your ability to work efficiently allow you to ensure the application of internal rules and procedures, while guaranteeing the quality of the medical services provided.

Evolving in a stimulating university environment, within a multidisciplinary team, you also contribute to the training of male and female medical students.

Alongside your activity, you benefit from high-quality postgraduate training contributing to obtaining your FMH specialist title in ophthalmology. In this capacity, you evolve your training according to the defined plan and FMH requirements.

Qualifications ##

You hold a federal medical diploma or an equivalent title recognized by the Commission fédérale des professions médicales (MEBEKO).

Experience in the form of internships in ophthalmology and a clear scientific interest is desired.

Possessing excellent communication skills in a multidisciplinary team and with the patient base, you demonstrate excellent mastery of French both orally and in writing. For non-French speaking persons, a C1 level certificate is required.

You have a very good capacity for written and oral expression.

Additional Information ##

• Start date: as soon as possible
• Number of positions: 1
• Activity rate: 100%
• Function class: 20
• Contract: 1-year fixed-term contract
• Application deadline: 20.11.2026
• Inquiries: Pre. G. Thumann, head physician of the service, tel. 022 37 28 394

If this position interests you and you recognize yourself in the sought-after profile, do not hesitate to apply or to contact us for further information.

We will study your application with attention, which must include an up-to-date CV, a cover letter, and copies of your work certificates and diplomas.

This advertisement is addressed to women and men alike.

Wishing to commit to the fight against unemployment, the HUG encourage applications coming from the Office cantonal de l'emploi.