Head of department (Chefarzt) jobs in Germany

On 3 November 2026, Klaro counted 293 open head of department (Chefarzt) positions in Germany, 2% of all 13,643 doctor jobs.

The states with the most are North Rhine-Westphalia (53), Baden-Württemberg (37) and Bavaria (36). Of the towns with a page of their own, Bad Hersfeld (4), Bad Sassendorf (4) and Ludwigsburg (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 head of department (Chefarzt) jobs are there in Germany?

On 3 November 2026, Klaro counted 293 open head of department (Chefarzt) positions. The count is made again every day from the live adverts.

Where in Germany are most head of department jobs?

In North Rhine-Westphalia (53), Baden-Württemberg (37) and Bavaria (36). Each state 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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