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Are you looking for a workplace characterized by community and development?

Are you interested in a job where you have the opportunity to develop within your profession, whether you are new to the field or have experience to contribute? Then this might be the right position for you! Welcome to apply to us at Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy at Östersund Hospital.

We currently have 30 employees, including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, an assistant nurse/administrator, and a rehab assistant. We work with the back clinic, surgical, orthopedic, and pediatric wards, and provide hand rehabilitation and outpatient care for children/adolescents. We are now looking for a physiotherapist to join our team working with the surgical ward, a 6-month temporary position with the possibility of extension.

The workplace is located in Östersund, in beautiful Jämtland, with close proximity to both the mountains and Storsjön. For those newly relocated to the county, we offer assistance with housing, just a few minutes' walk from the hospital.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a physiotherapist on a surgical ward in Östersund, you work with patients in the postoperative phase, focusing on early mobilization, rehabilitation, and preventing complications. You assess patient function, plan and carry out individual treatment interventions, and instruct in exercise and safe transfers. The role also includes fitting assistive devices, contributing to discharge planning, documenting in patient records, and collaborating in a multiprofessional team. The goal is to support the patient in regaining function and independence after surgery.

The position may also involve tasks in more than one of the areas we staff.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A pleasant work climate with engaged and knowledgeable colleagues.
• A workplace where we strive to have fun together and create a safe and supportive environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Physiotherapist
• Experience working in inpatient care is an advantage
• You have the ability to work with people; listening, showing empathy, and respect. You are unpretentious and recognize and appreciate others' contributions.

Employment type: Fixed-term employment.
Duration: 3-6 months.

In Region Jämtland Härjedalen, our work is guided by our core values: we create value for those we serve, act with drive, and strive to always be perceived as reliable. Here, you have the opportunity to work in an organization where these values shape daily life and where your work truly makes a difference.

As an employee, you have access to a wide range of benefits through our benefits portal. We care about your health and offer a wellness allowance or wellness hours. At Östersund Hospital, you can also train for free at the Zefyren gym and participate in leader-led sessions.

Selection and appointment may take place continuously during the advertising period, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

We have an established recruitment process and therefore kindly but firmly decline contact with advertising salespeople or other sellers of recruitment services.