Health & Social · EFZ
Medical Practice Assistant EFZ
Care for and assist patients in medical practices.
About this profession
Care for and assist patients in medical practices. Over 3 years you learn this profession in a host company, at the vocational school and in inter-company courses. At the end you receive a nationally recognised Federal VET Diploma (EFZ).
Day-to-day responsibilities
- ›Welcome patients and coordinate appointments
- ›Assist in consultations and medical procedures
- ›Perform laboratory tests and draw blood
- ›Manage medical supplies and medications
Skills you'll need
A typical week as an apprentice
Host company
3 days/week — you learn the trade hands-on alongside experienced professionals.
Vocational school
1–2 days/week — general education plus job-specific theory.
Inter-company courses (üK)
Several blocks per year — practise core techniques together with other apprentices.
Where you'll work
Hospitals, nursing homes, home-care services (Spitex), social institutions, day-care centres.
Entry requirements
- Completed compulsory school (Sek A or B, depending on profession). Strong school report in relevant subjects helps.
- A 'Schnupperlehre' (1–5 day taster) is the best way to find out if the profession suits you.
What you earn at the end
Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) — a nationally recognised qualification that opens doors to higher VET (HF), the vocational baccalaureate (BM) and universities of applied sciences.
Apprentice wage
Typical monthly gross wage (CHF). Actual wages vary by sector and region.
Year 1
CHF 700 – 900/ Mt.
Year 2
CHF 950 – 1’200/ Mt.
Year 3
CHF 1’300 – 1’700/ Mt.
Future-readiness
Score 4/5Our take
This profession remains in demand as personal patient care is crucial. Adaptability to new technologies ensures positive future prospects.
Sources
Early contract endings in this field
Across Health & Social apprenticeships, roughly 16–24% of contracts are ended early, compared with about 23% nationally. Most of those apprentices continue their training elsewhere.
Further education & career
- Federal VET Diploma: Medical Practice Coordinator
- Higher Technical College: Biomedical Analyst
- Vocational Baccalaureate and University of Applied Sciences
- Specialization in various medical fields
Learn more
Official sources and further information about this profession.