Occupational Therapist Needed for Sigfrid Primary Care Rehab

In Region Kronoberg, we are 6,500 people working for the best of the Kronoberg residents – every day! We are responsible for healthcare, public transport, regional development, and culture in the county. Our goal is for our employees to thrive, grow in their professional roles, and be able to influence their workdays.

Welcome to primary care! Our idea is simple: when you need us, we are here. Together, we create a primary care that makes a difference for generations. Primary care consists of 21 publicly run health centers, 1177, primary care rehab, family health, and A Path In for children and young people with mental health issues. We are an organization in constant development, aiming to be close to the Kronoberg residents – throughout their lives. Our mission is to create good conditions for our patients – that the Kronoberg residents receive the right care and treatment, at the right time, by the best possible competence.

In primary care rehab, all rehabilitation resources in public primary care are gathered. Here, we work as physiotherapists, psychosocial resources, occupational therapists, rehab assistants, and rehab coordinators. Together, we are responsible for rehabilitation and treatment of physical and mental health issues at the county's public health centers.

We are now looking for an engaged occupational therapist for Sigfrid primary care rehab.

Sigfrid primary care rehab is characterized by a very good work environment with excellent collaboration among all professions at the workplace. You will also have two occupational therapist colleagues, which allows for good support and collaboration in profession-related matters and patient work.

As a newcomer with us, you will receive a structured introduction with a mentor who helps you get into primary care work in the best way, and we offer excellent opportunities for professional development and further education.

Do you want to use your expertise to make a real difference in people's lives? Then you might be the one we are looking for - welcome with your application!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

By helping patients regain or improve their abilities, whether related to physical or cognitive challenges, you as an occupational therapist with us have the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. You will meet patients of all ages and life situations with a wide variety of diagnoses. The most common care needs you will encounter are:

• ADHD/ADD
• Burnout and mental health issues
• Hand problems
• Dementia
• Pain

You are also an important part of the health center's rehabilitation team and meet patients with work-related health issues. In addition to individual assessments and treatments, there is an opportunity to work with group therapy and patient education.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must be a licensed occupational therapist.

If you have experience in primary care work, we see this as an advantage.

We are looking for someone who feels confident working independently while also valuing collaboration in a team around the patients. You are solution-oriented and work with the patients' best interests in focus.

Of course, you also share our core value of "respect for the individual" and contribute to a good work climate.

We place great importance on personal suitability.

OTHER

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