ECVN Neurology Residency Training Program in Bern

Über die Stelle

UniBE is central.

With us, you benefit from the central location and easy-to-reach sites.

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You will be supervised and work daily with two neurologists, supported by European and American specialist clinicians in a wide range of disciplines, including anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine (general and nephrology), emergency and critical care, orthopedics, soft tissue surgery, dermatology, and ophthalmology.
Our hospital has excellent facilities of an advanced referral hospital, including 3-Tesla MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and electrophysiology, plus advanced neurosurgery equipment for computer-assisted brain and spine surgery, video-endoscopy, microsurgery, and minimally invasive surgery. On-site physiotherapy is also provided to our patients.

Anforderungen

Clinical Time
You will work under supervision with daily patient care, consultations, diagnostic procedures, and neurosurgeries. You will join weekly neurology journal and book clubs, as well as radiology, and neuropathology rounds. Clinical teaching of students and interns, as well as participation in emergency “out-of-hours” duty is expected.

Off-Clinic Time
You will have 4-5 months to complete the required ECVN credentials, including clinical rotations in related specialties, and your own residency research project. Participation in international congresses is also encouraged. You will also receive 6 weeks of holidays – an ideal time to enjoy beautiful Switzerland with breathtaking landscapes and multiple possibilities for sports and other recreational activities.

Candidate Profile

We seek a motivated veterinarian who:

• Holds a veterinary degree
• Has at least two years of general practice experience and/or has completed a rotating or specialty internship
• Is proficient in English, in German and French (basic knowledge of the third language is required, along with a commitment to further improve)
• Ideally, has had some exposure to neurology
• Is ready to join emergency duty coverage, teaching, and academic activities

What We Offer

• A structured ECVN neurology residency
• Collaboration with board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines
• Access to advanced diagnostic and neurosurgical equipment
• A well-balanced mix of clinical and off-clinic time
• 6 weeks of vacation, plus compensation days to enjoy Swiss nature, sports, and culture
• A supportive, international environment for clinical and academic development

Ausbildung

University

Benefits

Team-oriented work