Doctor jobs in Herford

On 3 November 2026, Klaro counted 34 open positions for doctors in Herford, North Rhine-Westphalia. That is 1% of the 2,599 in North Rhine-Westphalia, and Herford is number 19 of the 76 towns in North Rhine-Westphalia with a page of their own.

The specialties with the most jobs in Herford are pediatrics (6), surgery (4) and psychiatry (4).

By career level: 12 specialist (Facharzt), 11 senior physician (Oberarzt) and 8 resident (Assistenzarzt) jobs.

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 doctor jobs are there in Herford?

On 3 November 2026, Klaro counted 34 open positions for doctors in Herford. The count is made again every day from the live adverts.

Are there resident (Assistenzarzt) jobs in Herford?

Yes: on 3 November 2026, 8 of the adverts in Herford were for residents in specialty training (Assistenzarzt). This is the usual first job for a doctor new to Germany.

Which specialties have the most jobs in Herford?

Pediatrics (6), surgery (4) and psychiatry (4). Each one has its own page with the newest adverts.

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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