Canditidate
I wish I had found a program like this a few years ago, because it's easier to learn a language from scratch.
Meritxell
Participants Language concept
My name is Isabel, I've been living in Switzerland for over a year and I work here as a specialist in medical-technical radiology and nuclear medicine.
Spanish is my mother tongue, I speak English and continue to struggle with German on a daily basis.
In Spain, I completed two higher professional qualifications: the first in Medical Imaging, which I completed in 2017, and the second in Radiotherapy and Clinical Dosimetry, which I completed in 2019.
Unfortunately, the situation in the healthcare sector in Spain is not the best. And no, I'm not talking about the quality of our specialists, because our training is really excellent. I'm talking about the overload that we have been carrying with us for many years: in Spain, we are exhausted and burnt out, our colleagues there can't do any more.
The difference is enormous: here you work without any pressure, provided of course that you fulfill the requirements that are placed on you.
You work hard and long hours, but this is compensated financially and with quality free time to really enjoy everyday life.
Another thing that particularly strikes me is the interaction with superiors and colleagues. Of course, not everyone is the same, but they always reach out to you with questions and explain everything to you fifteen times if necessary, and they are happy to do so.
In Spain, we have a lot of charm and exceptional social skills. You can tell that we want to create community wherever we go; we don't just want to arrive and work like robots. This is something that is very noticeable in the Swiss healthcare environment, and to this day all my colleagues appreciate this and let me know it. They enjoy working with people who come to work cheerful and in a good mood and always have a new anecdote to tell about our constant struggle with the language and Swiss customs.
My perspective on work has completely changed. I've already had experiences in other countries, and to be honest, they're all challenging. But when you have someone in the background to support you, everything becomes a little easier. They have helped me in all areas that have come up along the way; it's not just words. They really help and stand behind you every step of your personal journey.
Peace and serenity. Something that is hard to find these days. I am building a future for myself in a country with enormous potential.
When I came to Switzerland, I thought I already knew everything on a professional level. But not at all: a new country, a new system, new rules, new protocols... Life quickly brought me back down to earth. I don't think anyone expected anything special or different from me; I'm just one of many. And I really appreciate that!
My plans in Switzerland are to develop professionally and personally step by step. I want to consolidate my position in the Swiss healthcare system, continue to improve my German and give my best every day. My wish is to build a calm and stable life here, in a country that has given me the opportunity to learn, grow and feel valued.
I wish I had found a program like this a few years ago, because it's easier to learn a language from scratch.
Swiss HRmed's contribution to my emigration to Switzerland was very great, so I came to Switzerland without fear and felt completely looked after.
Working in such a multicultural country makes it possible to get to know different nations - their languages, mentalities and ways of communicating. It is very inspiring.
