Unterassistent/-in — Spital Thurgau (STGAG)

Information for cross-border workers

This page reviews the Unterassistent/-in opportunity at Spital Thurgau (STGAG) in Diessenhofen (administration sector), with a focus on the tax implications for cross-border workers in the Canton of Turgovia.

Accepting this offer from Spital Thurgau (STGAG) means obtaining a cross-border G Permit. The Canton of Turgovia withholds tax on gross salary; new cross-border workers since 2024 fall under the New Tax Agreement with concurrent taxation.

Swiss social contributions include AVS (5.3%), unemployment insurance (1.1%) and LPP (occupational pension). Use our free tax simulator to estimate the net salary for Unterassistent/-in in administration and compare the cost of living between Switzerland and Italy.

Frequently asked questions

What net pay can you expect for the Unterassistent/-in role (administration) in Turgovia?

The Unterassistent/-in role (administration) in Diessenhofen is taxed at source by the Canton of Turgovia plus AVS/LPP contributions. Run the simulator with the real figures of Spital Thurgau (STGAG).

LAMal or Italian insurance: which should you pick for the Unterassistent/-in (administration) role?

The Unterassistent/-in role in Diessenhofen requires choosing between LAMal (mandatory for new cross-border workers since 2024) and the right of option. Compare premiums with our LAMal comparator.