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Build a healthcare career in Slovakia

RecruViet is your one trusted partner from first application to long-term employment — language training, qualification support, visa and relocation, all in one guided process.

A confident Vietnamese nurse outside a modern European hospital
Why Slovakia

Stable, respected healthcare systems in the heart of Europe

Central Europe offers professional, well-organized healthcare environments where international staff are genuinely needed and supported.

Modern healthcare systems

Well-structured hospitals and care facilities with clear procedures and standards.

Stable European income

Fair, dependable salaries with the security of a European employment contract.

Real demand for staff

A genuine, long-term shortage means secure, lasting career opportunities.

Supportive teams

Join organized wards and care teams that value reliable, motivated colleagues.

Meaningful work

Care for patients in a system that respects the nursing and caregiving professions.

Gateway to Europe

Live at the center of Europe with excellent connections and quality of life.

Career Opportunities

Roles we help you move into

We match your background and goals to real positions with hospitals, senior care facilities and healthcare groups across Slovakia.

See available positions
Nurses
General Nurses
Practical Nurses
Caregivers
Physiotherapy Assistants
Medical Technicians
Elderly Care Workers
Rehabilitation Support
Candidate Requirements

What we look for

You don't need to have everything ready — we prepare you. These are the foundations that help you succeed.

  • A healthcare qualification (nursing, caregiving or related field)
  • Motivation for a long-term international career
  • Willingness to learn Slovak with our Academy
  • Openness to relocate and integrate into a new environment
  • Reliable, professional and team-oriented attitude

Good to know before you apply

  • Beginners in Slovak are welcome — training is included
  • We guide you through document collection step by step
  • Your progress and next steps are always visible in your portal
  • One team supports you from application to your first work day
Language Training

From beginner to work-ready with the Language Academy

Structured Slovak courses combined with medical terminology and patient communication — online, in-centre or hybrid.

General language

Slovak from A1 through the level your role requires.

Medical terminology

Vocabulary for wards, care settings and clinical situations.

Patient communication

Realistic scenarios to speak confidently with patients and colleagues.

Assessments

Regular exams and readiness checks so you always know where you stand.

Qualification Support

We guide your recognition pathway

Having your qualification recognized abroad can be complex. We help you understand the steps, prepare and translate documents, and stay on track — with clear tasks in your portal.

  • Explanation of the recognition pathway for your role and country
  • Document checklist, translation and verification support
  • Guided tasks with deadlines you can track online
Candidate portal

Your qualification tasks

Diploma translationCompleted
Professional license verificationIn progress
Recognition applicationNot started
Relocation Support

We help you get there and settle in

From your visa to your first days in a new country, you are supported at every step.

Documents & visa

Preparation and guidance through the visa and paperwork process.

Travel & arrival

Help planning your journey and a smooth arrival.

Initial housing

Support arranging your first accommodation.

Registration & onboarding

Banking, local registration and onboarding with your employer.

Accommodation & Integration

You're not on your own after you arrive

Settling into a new country is about more than a job. We help with your first housing, local orientation and cultural integration so you can feel at home and focus on your work.

  • Guidance on initial accommodation and local essentials
  • Cultural orientation for daily life and the workplace
  • Help understanding local administration and services
  • Ongoing retention support once you start working
Your Journey

A clear step-by-step process

You always know your current stage and what comes next.

  1. 1

    Register

    Submit your application and create your candidate portal.

  2. 2

    Screening

    Profile review, documents and an initial interview.

  3. 3

    Language Academy

    Slovak plus medical language, with assessments.

  4. 4

    Qualification support

    Recognition pathway, translations and verification.

  5. 5

    Employer interview

    Matching, shortlisting and interviews with employers.

  6. 6

    Visa & relocation

    Documents, travel, housing and arrival support.

  7. 7

    Employment

    Onboarding into your hospital or care facility.

  8. 8

    Retention support

    Ongoing integration and long-term support.

FAQ

Common questions from candidates

Do I need to speak Slovak before I apply?+

No. You can start with little or no Slovak. Our Language Academy takes you from beginner level through the level required for healthcare work, including medical terminology.

Which roles can I apply for?+

We recruit nurses, general and practical nurses, caregivers, physiotherapy assistants, medical technicians, elderly care workers and rehabilitation support staff.

How long does the whole process take?+

It varies by candidate and role, mainly depending on language progress and qualification recognition. Your recruiter gives you a realistic timeline and you can track every stage in your portal.

Will you help me with the visa and moving?+

Yes. We support you through documents, the visa process, travel, arrival, initial housing, banking and registration. Final visa and recognition outcomes depend on official regulations and your individual profile.

Final visa, recognition and qualification requirements depend on current official regulations and each candidate's individual situation.

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