Working at the USZ

The University Hospital Zurich offers more than 120 occupational groups an innovative workplace with a wide range of development opportunities. On this page, you can find out more about the benefits for our employees and what sets us apart.

Many advantages; one employer

Our employees are always there for our patients. Thanks to varied offers and special conditions, we help them to stay healthy and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

  • Almost half of our employees work part-time
  • 50% working from home where possible
  • At least six months’ maternity leave (16 weeks with full pay)
  • Paternity leave (two weeks with full pay)
  • In-house Day Care Center at five locations

  • Health management including personal advice and courses
  • Personnel Committee
  • Staff medical service

  • Canton of Zurich’s BVK pension fund (BVK)/VSAO Employee Benefits Scheme (doctors)
  • Pension fund above the statutory minimum (employer share: 60%)
  • Non-occupational accidents
  • Discounted top-up health insurance

Our employees and their diversity are our success factors. We build on their individual strengths to make progress and promote equal opportunities in the workplace and an inclusive corporate culture.

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