Train to be a Radiographer with Compensation!

Seize the opportunity to train as a radiographer and receive compensation during your studies! We now offer you, who are already employed in Region Kalmar County, reimbursement for travel, accommodation, and study literature while you study for the distance radiographer program (180 credits).

During your study period, you will be on study leave from your regular position in Region Kalmar. After completing your education, you will be employed as a radiographer at the Radiology Clinic at Västervik Hospital.

The education via Jönköping University is conducted 100% online with 1-4 meetings per semester. After graduation, you will receive a license as a radiographer from the National Board of Health and Welfare. Additionally, after your studies, you can obtain a bachelor's degree in radiography. Don't forget that you also need to apply for the program!

What does the offer include?

• Paid travel for mandatory meetings at Jönköping University.
• Paid accommodation for mandatory meetings.
• Paid study literature.
• The security of maintaining your base employment while on study leave during the education (no salary during the study period).
• Permanent employment at the Radiology Clinic after completing the education.

It is important that you apply for both this position and simultaneously apply for the education at antagning.se by April 15.

If you want to gain more knowledge and insight into the profession, you are welcome to visit us or shadow us for a day in the workplace. Contact information is provided below. Here you can read an interview with Martin Gustafsson and here an interview with Vladimir Zec, both radiographers at Västervik Hospital, who share about their daily work.

About You

We are looking for someone who wants to study to become a radiographer in the fall of 2026. Are you a person who is interested in both the well-being of others and new technology? Do you enjoy variety and working with different tasks throughout the day? Then you are suited to be a radiographer! Here you can see a video about what the job is like and read more about our exciting profession.

The offer is directed to all employees in Region Kalmar County who are eligible to apply for the Radiographer program. If you are not currently employed by us but have a strong interest in studying to become a radiographer, you are also welcome to apply for the position.

Your Future Workplace

Our workplace is characterized by advanced technology and knowledgeable specialists. We take pride in our short waiting times as we work towards the common goal of quickly providing examinations to our patients. Here, we have a good atmosphere and a lot of knowledge, and we are accustomed to adopting the latest technology and equipment. If you want to work in a place that combines the latest technology with exciting patient interactions, you are welcome to join us!

Västervik Hospital is one of three hospitals in Kalmar County. The hospital is an emergency hospital with maternity care and a maternity ward. At Västervik Hospital, there are jobs for those who want to develop in their roles alongside friendly colleagues. Over 1200 employees work here, and we have a strong sense of community and a broad competence. The hospital is just the right size, providing you with a secure and pleasant employment with opportunities to learn new things. It is located adjacent to Västervik's center and is close to the archipelago.

Region Kalmar County is responsible for healthcare, dental care, folk high schools, culture, public transport, and regional development. We have over 7,000 employees who all work together for a healthier, safer, and richer life for the county's residents. With us, you will receive many benefits and one of Sweden's best collective agreements. We meet people in all stages of life and have meaningful and developing work every day.

Region Kalmar County offers all employees a 100% employment. If you work part-time but wish to work full-time, an extension of your position may be offered at another workplace.

We ask that you attach your CV, cover letter, and relevant educational certificates to your application. To ensure the quality of the recruitment process in Region Kalmar County, we ask that you apply for the position in our recruitment system and not via email or in paper format.

We welcome calls from those interested in the job but decline calls from those selling ads and recruitment services.