Médecins

Consultant Neonatologist (Médecin cadre)

For specialists in neonatology, this is a unique opportunity to join the Clinic of Neonatology at Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV), one of Switzerland’s leading academic centers for neonatal care, education, and research. You will become part of a multidisciplinary team working in a dynamic environment characterized by excellence in clinical care, innovation, teaching, and scientific development. We are seeking a dedicated Consultant Neonatologist (médecin cadre) to help shape the future of neonatal medicine and make a meaningful difference for newborns and their families.

The Clinic of Neonatology at CHUV is the largest neonatal unit in Switzerland, with 40 beds, more than 900 newborn patients cared for each year, and over 3000 deliveries annually.

CHUV is one of Switzerland’s university hospitals and works closely with the University of Lausanne (UNIL) and EPFL, playing a leading role in patient care, medical education, and research.

Contexte

CHUV is a leading university hospital in Switzerland, combining specialized medical care, education, and research. The Department of Neonatology is part of a multidisciplinary network that provides integrated care for the most complex perinatal and neonatal conditions.

The Clinic of Neonatology at CHUV provides comprehensive neonatal intensive care and specialized neonatal services for the canton of Vaud and beyond. As a tertiary referral center and university hospital, CHUV manages a broad spectrum of neonatal conditions, including extreme prematurity, neonatal respiratory failure, neurological disorders, congenital anomalies, and complex multisystem diseases with pre and postsurgical management.

The clinic works closely with maternity services, pediatric intensive care, pediatric surgery, cardiology, neurology, genetics, and maternal-fetal medicine to provide integrated, family-centered care. Clinical excellence is supported by active research programs and strong involvement in undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing medical education.

Mission

You will join a team of eight experienced neonatologists, with expertise in neonatal neurology, nutrition, infectious diseases, hemodynamics, developmental follow-up, and neonatal resuscitation.

As a Consultant Neonatologist, you will:

• Participate in the management of critically ill and high-risk newborns in the NICU and neonatal wards
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest standards of patient care
• Support family-integrated care and actively involve parents in the care of their infants
• Contribute to teaching and supervision of medical students, residents, fellows, nurses, and allied health professionals
• Participate in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and innovation projects
• Take part in the consultant on-call rotations and neonatal transport activities as required.

Profil

We place particular emphasis on both personal and professional qualities, including teamwork, respect, adaptability, commitment to education and training, and the quality of relationships with families.

We are looking for a physician who:

• Is board-certified (or equivalent) in Pediatrics with subspecialty training in Neonatology, with the practical competencies expected of an independent neonatologist
• Holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or an equivalent medical qualification
• Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and expertise in neonatal intensive care
• Adapts easily to changing clinical priorities and thrives in a complex healthcare environment
• Remains calm and effective in high-pressure situations and makes sound decisions when facing clinical challenges.
• Works collaboratively and respectfully within multidisciplinary teams
• Communicates clearly and empathetically with families and colleagues
• Is committed to family-centered care and recognizes parents as essential partners in the care of their infant
• Is committed to lifelong learning, teaching, mentorship, and professional development
• Has a strong interest in research, innovation, and advancing neonatal care
• Has a good command of French (C1-C2 level).

Particular importance will be given to personal qualities, including teamwork, professionalism, adaptability, and commitment to patient- and family-centered care.

We look forward to welcoming a physician to our team who is eager to make an active contribution to the development of neonatology at CHUV.

Nous offrons

• The opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team where the infant and family are at the center of care
• A highly stimulating academic environment with strong opportunities for clinical and translational research
• A rewarding position combining clinical care, teaching, supervision, and research activities
• Modern neonatal facilities promoting family-integrated and developmental care
• Collaboration with leading specialists across pediatrics, obstetrics, surgery, imaging, and intensive care
• Ongoing professional development and access to cutting-edge neonatal technologies and practices.

To become an employee of the world-famous University Hospital Center from the Canton of Vaud is an assurance of:

• First-rate social benefits such as a Paternity Leave of 20 days and a Maternity Leave of 4 months (there is also the possibility to obtain a complementary breastfeeding leave of 1 month)
• Regular salary progression adapted to your responsibilities
• A 13th salary and 25 days of vacations per year
• A right to at least three days of training per year, by accessing a wide offer of courses not only from the CHUV Training Center but also from external providers
• Possibility to access one of the 500 furnished apartments offered in the surrounding neighborhoods in case of relocation in Switzerland
• Discounts proposed on social and cultural events, goodies and other services, thanks to the “H-Oxygène” association
• Signing up to our Mobility Plan and benefit from different advantages (discounts on public transportation, promotion of “Mobility” car fleet and discounts on electric bikes)
• Being able to enjoy our high-quality corporate restaurants, located in every hospital building, with employees’ discount.

Contact et envoi de candidature

Contact person in case of questions about this role : Prof. Charlotte Tscherning, Head of Neonatology au 021 314 14 40 ou Chloé Versel, personal assistant au 021 314 33 20.

All of our applications are processed electronically. For this reason, we kindly ask you to apply exclusively by clicking on the APPLY button at the bottom of the advertisement. Should you have any technical question, please contact our Recruitment Team (021/ 314-85-70 from 08h30 to 12h00 and from 14h00 to 16h30).

Should you be selected for this position, please note that you will have to provide us your criminal records, the original copies of your diplomas and your piece of identification.

The CHUV applies the highest quality requirements as part of its recruitment process. In addition, mindful to promote workplace diversity and inclusion we strive to ensure equal treatment and avoid any discrimination. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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