Pediatrics jobs in North Rhine-Westphalia

On 2 November 2026, Klaro counted 110 open positions for doctors in pediatrics in North Rhine-Westphalia, 22% of the 503 in Germany. That makes North Rhine-Westphalia number 1 of 16 states for pediatrics. German adverts call the specialty Kinder- und Jugendmedizin.

Of the towns in North Rhine-Westphalia with a page of their own, Bad Oeynhausen (10), Siegen (9) and Düsseldorf (8) 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 pediatrics jobs are there in North Rhine-Westphalia?

On 2 November 2026, Klaro counted 110 open positions in pediatrics in North Rhine-Westphalia, out of 503 in all of Germany.

Which towns in North Rhine-Westphalia have the most pediatrics jobs?

Of the towns with a page of their own: Bad Oeynhausen (10), Siegen (9) and Düsseldorf (8). 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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