Psychologist 80%-100%

Permanent employee, Full or part-time · Kusnacht Practice - Zollikon

What are we looking for

The Psychologist will play a key role within the Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Department, contributing to the comprehensive assessment, treatment, and follow-up of patients in a multidisciplinary clinical environment. The role includes conducting psychometric assessments, delivering psychoeducational and counselling interventions, supporting neuromodulation therapies, and contributing to the ongoing development and optimisation of clinical and operational processes.

This position requires a high level of clinical competence, professional integrity, organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team, supporting the clinic’s mission to deliver high-quality, evidence-based mental health care.

Your Responsibilities

Conduct psychological assessments and administer standardized psychometric tests, including intelligence, personality, neurocognitive, and mood measures
Interpret and document test results and provide clinical recommendations to the psychiatry team
Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and supportive therapy
Serve as co-therapist in specialised interventions (e.g., family constellation, adventure therapy, exposure therapy) when needed
Act as a therapist within youth and family programmes
Support the intake process through psychological screenings and diagnostic formulation
Participate in neuromodulation treatment sessions (e.g., rTMS, tDCS), ensuring patient preparation and monitoring, if applicable
Deliver psychoeducation to patients and families to promote understanding of psychiatric conditions and treatment engagement
Contribute to treatment planning and interdisciplinary case discussions with psychiatrists, nurses, and other professionals
Maintain the psychometric testing database with accurate, confidential, up-to-date records
Develop, implement, and monitor psychological protocols and documentation standards with the Clinical Director and Head of Psychiatry
Support quality assurance, clinical audits, and outcome measurement initiatives
Participate in case conferences, supervision, and continuing professional development
Support ongoing relationship management with continuing care and long-term clients
Contribute to business development efforts, including outreach, referral networks, and partnerships
Represent the clinic in community engagement and educational events promoting mental health awareness.
Assist in managing the professional ecosystem of collaborators, including therapists, psychologists, and referring physicians.

You are/have

Registration with, or eligibility for registration with Swiss professional bodies such as the FSP or SBAP.
Eligibility to practice as a Psychologist in Switzerland
Several years of relevant clinical experience in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, ideally with complex and comorbid clinical presentations
Experience in working with children and adolescents is considered an advantage
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment
Excellent command of English at C1 level or above
German language proficiency at a minimum B2 level, in accordance with regulatory requirements
Additional language skills are considered an asset
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Strong commitment to compassionate, client-centered care
Solid general IT skills and confidence in using digital documentation and clinical systems
A valid Category B driving license

What we offer

At Kusnacht Practice, you will flourish in an exceptional and distinctive work environment where, as a psychologist, you will have the opportunity to truly transform lives. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will have nearly unlimited access to a wide spectrum of treatment methods, expertise, and resources available in Switzerland. We work closely together, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that sets us apart. With a flat hierarchy, competitive compensation, appealing benefits, modern facilities, and ongoing training, you will have the opportunity to make a profound and lasting difference in the lives of our clients.

Contact Information

If this challenging role sounds like a good fit for you, we would be pleased to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful difference in our clients’ health and wellbeing.

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About us

At The Kusnacht Practice, we are passionate about helping clients make sustainable life changes. The Kusnacht Practice is renowned for its absolute, dedicated attention and precision, honesty and transparency in a warm and empathetic environment for all. We are a young, dynamic, rapidly growing business that is highly adaptable and constantly evolving. A career at The Kusnacht Practice means challenging yourself to always see opportunities, think bigger, and go the extra mile in caring for our clients and our team.

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We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Thank you for your interest in The Kusnacht Practice AG and Atrium Group AG. Please fill out the following short form. Should you have difficulties with the upload of your data, please send us an email to hr@kusnachtpractice.ch