General practice jobs in Lower Saxony

On 2 November 2026, Klaro counted 65 open positions for doctors in general practice in Lower Saxony, 11% of the 610 in Germany. That makes Lower Saxony number 4 of 16 states for general practice. German adverts call the specialty Allgemeinmedizin.

Of the towns in Lower Saxony with a page of their own, Braunschweig (7), Hannover (6) and Salzgitter (4) have the most.

The adverts are in German and name the career level: Assistenzarzt is a resident in specialty training (Weiterbildung), Facharzt a specialist, Oberarzt a senior physician and Chefarzt the head of department. To start work you need a German licence to practise: the Approbation, or a temporary Berufserlaubnis.

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Questions doctors ask

How many general practice jobs are there in Lower Saxony?

On 2 November 2026, Klaro counted 65 open positions in general practice in Lower Saxony, out of 610 in all of Germany.

Which towns in Lower Saxony have the most general practice jobs?

Of the towns with a page of their own: Braunschweig (7), Hannover (6) and Salzgitter (4). Smaller towns are counted on this page and in the job search.

Can I apply before I have my Approbation?

Yes, you can apply while your application for the Approbation is still open. Say on your CV where it stands; the guide on applying while your Approbation is pending shows how.

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