Vacant job

Do you want to become our new colleague in the occupational therapy unit? Then you should apply for this temporary position that is varied, developing, sometimes challenging, but above all rewarding. We are a wonderful team with good cohesion and a welcoming atmosphere.

We are looking for

We are looking for you who are a licensed occupational therapist, and we welcome both applicants with long experience and those who are newly graduated. Proficiency in Swedish at C1 level is a requirement. For the role, you need to express and understand the Swedish language well in both speech and writing.

For us, your personal qualities are important. We see that you who are applying are a person who thrives in close collaboration with colleagues. You are self-driven in your work and take responsibility for structuring and driving your work forward. For the role, you need to be flexible and have the ability to easily adapt to changing circumstances.

What you will work with

Here at the Rehabilitation Unit, Piteå Hospital, we work with inpatients in care departments and in outpatient rehabilitation. The care departments have different focuses such as stroke, medicine, PAVA, and orthopedics. We often work in teams together with other professionals such as physiotherapists, social workers, nurses, doctors, and other healthcare providers. In the role of occupational therapist, you contribute your specific professional expertise to provide the patient with the best possible care and rehabilitation.

The work includes, among other things, assessments, evaluations, rehabilitation, transfers, prescription and testing of assistive devices, and training in daily rehabilitation for the ward's healthcare staff. You are important in the discharge process and report to the next level of care for a safe and secure discharge for the patient. As a temporary worker in the occupational therapy unit at Piteå Hospital, you will work with one of the inpatient wards at the hospital. We place great emphasis on a good introduction and collegial support in the work. There is always experienced staff at the workplace even during the holiday period, and we have a wide range of ages and experiences. We welcome you to a safe workplace where you have many colleagues in various fields!

What we offer you

- A stimulating work environment, varied tasks, opportunities for professional development, and engaging and welcoming colleagues
- Development and career opportunities where you can help shape the future of health and care
- Health-promoting workplaces with access to wellness activities and wellness grants
- Link to our benefits: https://www.norrbotten.se/sv/jobba-hos-oss/anstallningsvillkor-och-utveckling/ (https://www.norrbotten.se/sv/jobba-hos-oss/anstallningsvillkor-och-utveckling/)

Information about the position

Temporary position from May to September with the possibility of extension. Shorter temporary positions during the holiday period are also of interest. Working hours full-time or by agreement daytime Monday - Friday.

Selection and interviews are ongoing, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Region Norrbotten applies individual salary setting according to collective agreements.

We strive to have employees with knowledge of Sweden's national minority languages and therefore value your knowledge of Sámi, Meänkieli, Finnish, Romani Chib, and Yiddish. We actively work for a balanced gender distribution and see diversity as a strength. We welcome employees from different backgrounds and work to make our workplace accessible to all.

Welcome with your application!