Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 96'006 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 93'293 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 93'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 98'802 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 107'920 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 110'000 |
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Swiss professionsHealthcare
Betriebssanitäter/in
You ensure workplace safety and provide first aid at the company.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
As a first responder, you focus on accident prevention, first aid, and the medical infrastructure in companies.
In daily work, you play a key role in keeping colleagues safe. As a Betriebssanitäterin or Betriebssanitäter, you actively prevent accidents and ensure medical supplies are ready. In emergencies, you are the first point of contact and coordinate further care. Your dedication protects health and strengthens safety awareness across the company.
FieldHealthcare
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryHealthcare
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Industrial Manager. Based on 2,634 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+4% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 100'100 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 100'000 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 100'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 104'525 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Appenzell I. | CHF 136'000 | 28 |
| Basel-Land | CHF 110'800 | 73 |
| Zug | CHF 110'500 | 51 |
| Zurich | CHF 110'500 | 514 |
| Geneva | CHF 107'900 | 81 |
| Schwyz | CHF 105'000 | 27 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Banking / Financial institutions | CHF 160'000 | 28 |
| Insurance | CHF 152'000 | 19 |
| Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals | CHF 135'000 | 87 |
| Information technology / Telecom | CHF 135'000 | 205 |
| Utilities | CHF 125'000 | 37 |
| Consulting various | CHF 120'000 | 14 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Betriebssanitäter/in
Official education path
Training takes place through specialized courses that build on existing first aid knowledge.
Typical training path
Betriebssanitäter/in
Prerequisites
- Nothilfe-Grundausbildung
- First aid and care
Requirements
- Understanding of medical issues
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Assertiveness
- Sociability and empathy
- Good physical and mental health
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Stress resilience
- Medical understanding
- Communication skills
- Organisational skills
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You regularly check first aid kits and verify emergency equipment availability. During a minor incident, you stay calm and treat the injured person properly.
- You monitor compliance with safety regulations across the entire company grounds.
- You conduct regular accident prevention training for staff.
- You inspect medical emergency systems and restock bandage materials.
- You provide immediate first aid for injuries or sudden illnesses.
- You document incidents and create reports for the safety department.
Working conditions
You work in various companies, factories, or large office buildings. Your area covers the company pharmacy, the first aid room, and all workspaces.
Where to learn
- Schweizerische Vereinigung für Betriebssanität SVBS Stefan KühnisSchulstrasse 10, 8330 Pfäffikon ZH
Strengths
- Stress resilience
- Medical understanding
- Communication skills
- Organisational skills
Trade-offs
- Willingness to work shifts
- Emotional strain
- Pressure of responsibility
- Physical demands
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