Vacant job

Do you want to make a difference and contribute to safer healthcare and social services? The Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) is seeking several inspectors to develop state supervision and licensing. The positions will be located in Malmö/Jönköping/Örebro/Umeå. As of January 1, 2026, licensing requirements for private dental care and a new high-cost protection within dental care were introduced. In connection with this, IVO has a mission to intensify the supervision of dental care in Sweden.

About the job
As an inspector, you will handle cases together with other inspectors. We work nationally, and you will have colleagues across the country. In your work, you will come into contact with both principals and staff as well as the general public.

As an inspector, you always work from a user and patient perspective to focus on what is important for individuals and different groups of people. As an employee at IVO, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to safer healthcare and social services through national supervision alongside engaged and qualified colleagues.

Your main tasks will include:

• Handling cases within self-initiated supervision in dental care and healthcare. Cases within social services may also occur.
• Working on larger national projects/supervisory efforts.
• Participating in inspections, both digital and on-site.

There may also be handling of other types of cases, such as reports under Lex Maria.

The positions are permanent employment with a six-month probationary period, located in Malmö/Jönköping/Örebro/Umeå. Travel for work may occur frequently.

Qualifications
We are looking for someone who has:

• A university degree in healthcare or another academic education deemed relevant for the assignment.
• Experience in analysis, investigation, or quality work. Good knowledge of Swedish in speech and writing.
• A valid driver's license (B).

To succeed in the role, you need to be able to work independently and structure and prioritize your work. You also enjoy collaborating with others in various constellations and with different competencies. It is particularly important that you have good communication skills. As IVO is in a development phase, it is important that you find change and development work stimulating.

During the recruitment process, we will place great emphasis on your personal qualities.

It is considered an advantage if you also have:

• Good knowledge of laws and regulations within healthcare.
• Experience in dental care.
• Experience in development work.
• Experience in supervisory/inspection work.

What can IVO offer you?
We offer you a developing role in an exciting knowledge organization. You will have the chance to work in a dynamic environment where you and your colleagues contribute to our ongoing efforts to develop modern and powerful supervision in Sweden. We continuously work with new methods, approaches, and tools to achieve the best results. We strive for a composition of employees that reflects the diversity of society.

Application
You apply by answering our selection questions and attaching your CV. Your application should indicate how you meet the requirements profile. The questions are based on the requirements profile for this recruitment, and your answers will form the basis for the selection process. Your application is considered complete only after you have answered the questions.

Apply by February 18, 2026.

Work samples may be relevant in this process.

IVO contributes to safe healthcare and social services. The mission of the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) is to contribute to healthcare and social services that are safe, of good quality, and conducted in accordance with laws and other regulations.

The authority is characterized by a high level of engagement and a broad and deep knowledge and understanding of healthcare and social services in Sweden. We exist for the benefit of healthcare and social service users.

The authority has approximately 800 employees. The supervisory work is conducted at six regional departments across the country. The departments for licensing, analysis, planning, communication, and operational support are located in Stockholm, as is the director general's office.