Licensed Occupational Therapist at Karolinska University Hospital

Are you a licensed occupational therapist looking to work in a stimulating and developing environment at a university hospital? Are you attracted by the idea of working in neurology while collaborating with experienced colleagues from various professions? Do you have an interest in working in a workplace with a wide range of opportunities in research and development? Then you might be the one we are looking for!

What we offer

• an individually tailored introduction based on your previous experiences
• broad experience in both inpatient and outpatient care
• collaboration with experienced colleagues from various professions
• work in a multidisciplinary team where everyone plays an important role in providing the best care for the patient
• the opportunity to participate in internal training and operational development projects.

Of course, you will also benefit from the general advantages that Karolinska University Hospital offers.

About the position

Within the section for Neuro, intensive care, cardiovascular, and emergency care, there are occupational therapists and physiotherapists who meet patients in both inpatient and outpatient care. We are now looking for an occupational therapist for our neurology inpatient care. Here you will meet engaged and knowledgeable colleagues and have the opportunity to work in a stimulating and multidisciplinary work environment.

As an occupational therapist, you will be part of a team where you contribute your expertise to meet the patient's needs for assessment and treatment, which may include work in inpatient care, rehabilitation, day care, and outpatient clinics. You will be an important resource for patients in team efforts regarding the assessment of neurological deficits, treatment of patients with complex neurological and neuromuscular diseases, and a part of the patient's investigation in continued treatment planning. You will also support patients through the assessment and provision of assistive devices as well as planning for discharge. You will work closely with the patient, focusing on ensuring as much mobility and quality of life as possible for each individual.

Supervision of students is a natural part of your role. Your tasks will also include contributing to the development of care programs and workflows based on evidence and patient needs.

We are looking for someone who

• has a clear interest in patients with various neurological diseases and wants to work in a highly specialized hospital where the pace is fast and tasks are varied
• enjoys working together with others. You relate to others in a responsive and smooth manner and listen, communicate, and resolve conflicts constructively
• has experience in independently assessing, guiding, and treating patients with neurological issues
• can easily adapt to changing circumstances. Can quickly change their perspective and approach. Sees opportunities in changes
• takes initiative, starts activities, and achieves results.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability, and you are expected to be a role model in accordance with the hospital's values; responsibility, compassion, and holistic view.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Licensed physiotherapist/physical therapist with permission to practice within Swedish healthcare

Meritorious:

• Experience working in inpatient or outpatient care with neurological patients
• Master's degree and/or specialist competence in neurology.

About the recruitment process

Selection and interviews may take place continuously during the application period.

When applying, you need to attach your CV. Instead of a personal letter, we ask you to answer selection questions and briefly explain why you are suitable for the role. Answering the questions is a prerequisite for your application to be considered complete.

Warm welcome to submit your application - Together we are Karolinska!

Before filling the position that involves caring for children and adolescents, the person offered the position will be checked against suspicion and criminal records. Read more here (https://www.karolinska.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekrytering-pa-karolinska/).

As an employee at Karolinska University Hospital, you may be placed in a war situation. Read more here (https://www.karolinska.se/jobba-hos-oss/var-arbetsplats/totalforsvarsplikt-allman-tjansteplikt-och-krigsplaceringar-pa-karolinska-universitetssjukhuset/).

If you are or have previously been employed in Region Stockholm, we will take internal references from your current or previous manager if you are considered for employment.

For permanent positions, a probationary period may apply.

About Karolinska University Hospital

We at Karolinska University Hospital are proud to be one of the world's leading university hospitals. In addition to our special responsibility for highly specialized care in the Stockholm region, our main mission is to educate the healthcare professionals of the future together with Karolinska Institute and conduct world-leading research while continuing our work to develop care for the benefit of the patient. We work in a variety of areas and professions.

Our vision - We will cure and relieve tomorrow what no one can cure and relieve today.

Please read more about us on our website (https://www.karolinska.se/) and follow us on social media!

Theme Women's Health and Health Professions

Women's health encompasses all activities within reproductive medicine, benign gynecological care, pregnancy, childbirth, and fetal medicine in both Huddinge and Solna. We also have a nationally highly specialized mission in fetal medicine. Read more here (https://www.karolinska.se/om-oss/teman-och-funktioner/tema-kvinnohalsa-och-halsoprofessioner/).

Health professions; physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, dietitians, speech therapists, and psychologists meet the needs of patients and create added value in collaboration with other professions within all themes and functions of the hospital.