Head of department (Chefarzt) jobs in Hamburg

On 9 November 2026, Klaro counted 9 open head of department (Chefarzt) positions in Hamburg, 3% of the 287 in Germany. That makes Hamburg number 11 of 16 states for head of department 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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How many head of department (Chefarzt) jobs are there in Hamburg?

On 9 November 2026, Klaro counted 9 open head of department (Chefarzt) positions in Hamburg, out of 287 in all of Germany.

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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