Physio jobs in Switzerland

I am a Canadian trained physio (English as a first language) and my husband is looking into jobs in Switzerland. Any information re: transfer of credentials and possibility of working there with a Canadian degree? What kind of healthcare system is in Switzerland (private/public)? Are physios working in hospital settings or outpatient settings?
Any information would be appreciated!

Dear jlafleur,

I read your message in the forum, unfortunately I couldn't help you regarding jobs in Switzerland but I would like to ask your advice about working as a PT in Canada.

I am currently 4th year physiotherapy student (international class, course fully in English) in The Netherlands and I am due to finish my degree here in August, I would like to continue my study in sports (as a Master degree) in Canada, but I would like also to work part time there as a PT.

Do you know who I have to contact regarding visas and license. I read I need to take the test of competence, but is it also available to foreigners?
Can you please guide me to the correct place who is dealing with those issues?

Thanks allot for your help and I am looking forward to hear from you soon.

Yours,
Louis Munteanu

Hi!

I read your post wher you said you study in Netherlands.
Can you give me your e-mail, cause I would like to ask you about master, courses or jobs in Holland.

Thanks

Alesa

I am a british physio living in Geneva. I speak french fluently but have found the process of working here very hard. YOu need to get your reconnaisance suisse from the croix rouge then go to the canton in which you live for a droit de pratiquer. YOu can not take insurance until you have completed between 1 and 2 years under the supervision of another physio (whatever your experience). Drs vary inthat I am not always sure that we as a profession are recognsed with any autonomy. Pay wise, it is expensive to live here. I stopped working because the cost to have a baby sitter was greater than my salary. Once you can get past the first 2 years and have your no. Concoradat you have a much better salary . However with insurance companies running the show cost wise the practices are "running a bit like factories" in my experience. Despite this experience the physios are delightful and here in geneva I have had a lovely welcome. Finding a job in the french speaking regions is extremely hard. There are more in the german speaking parts. I wish you good luck . I hope I can be of more help to you in the future.

I was wondering if you knew whether a physical therapist with a US diploma (DPT) could work in Switzerland? Would appreaciate any feedback!
Thanks!

Hello, I was wondering if anyone could help me?

I am a newly qualified Physio, having graduating from the University of Keele, UK in June with a 1st class honours degree. Since graduating I have worked as a Clinical Support Worker and Therapy Assistant Practitioner. I have recently started a full-time rotational Physiotherapy post on a six-month contract, after which time (i.e. September of this year) I plan to move to Geneva.

I really don't know much about working in Geneva, other than what I have read on this page. I cannot speak French and only have German skills up to a GCSE level. I know this will make it difficult for me to work professionally but as I am only going to be living in Geneva for 1-2 years, I don't mind working/volunteering as a carer or in a similar role, so long as I can do something to enhance my CPD in some way. Can anyone offer advice on what I should be doing/looking for before I move? Is it reasonable to apply for care worker type jobs with such limited language?

Thanks