Balgrist University Hospital as an employer
As an employee, you benefit from various advantages related to your employment at Balgrist University Hospital. Discover what we have to offer.
Commuting & public transport
- 50 % discount on the ZVV Bonus Pass (website in German only) of the Zürcherverkehrsverbund (public transport in the greater Zurich area)
- Subsidy to the GA Travelcard (annual public transport ticket for the whole of Switzerland) in the amount of CHF 650.–
- Private bicycle parking garage with e-bike charging station and covered motorcycle parking for employees only
Continuing education and training
- We generously support further training
- Depending on the department, we also offer internal training and further education
Discounts
- 20 % discount on medicines, cosmetics and perfumes at the Balgrist Pharmacy (directly at Balgrist streetcar station – website in German only)
- 20 % discount on orthopedic shoe insoles, shoe repairs, shoes and shoe and foot care products at Balgrist Tec (website in German only)
- Subsidized nursery places in the nursery Spatzennest (PDF in German only) located on the premises of Balgrist University Hospital
- Fleet discounts at various garages
- Discounts on subscriptions to the telecommunications company Sunrise
- Various shopping discounts on Apple products, in furniture stores, at Ochsner Shoes or on Brands for Employees
Fitness
- Free Pilates lessons (offered once a week by the physiotherapist)
- Over 40 % discount on the fitness subscription of the Training Center Balgrist
- Eligibility to participate in the Academic Sports Association Zurich (ASVZ)
Food & drink
- Complimentary hot beverages and water
- Healthy and varied lunch menu at reasonable prices in our staff restaurant. You also have the option of taking meals home at a reduced price. In addition, we are part of the Too Good To Go movement to reduce food waste.
Insurance schemes
- Pension fund: Balgrist covers 60% of pension fund contributions. Various savings plans are offered, which can be changed annually.
- All employees are covered by accident insurance regardless of their level of employment.
- There is the option of taking out semi-private or private accident insurance at very favorable terms.
- Upgrade in the event of hospitalization at Balgrist University Hospital (if the appropriate rooms are available).
Work-Life-Balance
- A day off on your birthday
- At least 26 days of vacation
- We support part-time work and job sharing wherever possible
- Up to three days of working from home per week (where possible)
Contact
If you have any questions, we will gladly be at your disposal.
Training posts and internships
Balgrist is an attractive training centre that produces competent and motivated professionals through innovative hands-on training. Our staff are committed to the high-quality education and training of our students. More…
Best conditions for your future
Knowledge is valuable
Advanced training and further education is important to us, and we therefore support our employees’ learning activities. Balgrist University Hospital offers internal and external ongoing training opportunities alike and positions them in the context of the individual’s own long term career plan.
At the heart of health
Balgrist University Hospital lies at the centre of the Lengg site, which accommodates several clinics and centres of research. Its workforce of around 9 000 makes it the largest location for health in Switzerland, and it will grow bigger still in the future.
Ample catering options
Our employees enjoy spending their breaks in the Balgrist Restaurant, which offers a modern, well-lit, inviting ambience in which to linger a while. It’s also worth taking a good look at our menu options: you can choose from a variety of meals plus a generous salad buffet and snacks, such as sandwiches, cakes and desserts. Mineral water is available free of charge.
Day care center
Balgrist values the individual’s ability to combine a career with family life – and makes sure that your youngster is well looked after while you work. Our clinic subsidises a number of places at a local nursery, which is within walking distance of the clinic.
Sports facilities
If you work with us, you can take advantage of the specialist skills of our exercise experts. Our employees can train at discounted rates at the centre for sports medicine. Balgrist also has running groups, and this area features a variety of jogging routes – the ideal way to clear your head and recharge your batteries.