Vacant job

Welcome as a Doctor to the Rheumatology Clinic at Östersunds Rehab Centre!

The Rheumatology Clinic is one of several operations within the Heart, Neurology, and Rehabilitation area. Our operations are located at Remonthagen, approximately 2 km from Östersund Hospital. Östersunds Rehab Centre also houses a rehabilitation ward, outpatient rehabilitation, and a pain unit.

The Rheumatology Clinic is a specialist clinic for the investigation, care, and treatment of patients with confirmed or suspected rheumatic inflammatory disease. The unit consists of a comprehensive outpatient service and has access to an inpatient ward on the rehabilitation department when inpatient care is needed. Our operations consist of a multidisciplinary team comprising doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, social workers, medical secretaries, and nursing assistants at our own laboratory. Outpatient care is provided in the form of individual visits, day care, and some group activities.

We offer flexibility regarding schedules and working hours. We strive to meet the needs of both the organization and each employee. Good accessibility, patient safety, and a good work environment are things we constantly strive to maintain or improve. It is an organization open to development and trying new ways of working.

2 positions.

Job Responsibilities

At the Rheumatology Clinic, there are currently three specialists and one ST (specialization training) doctor. Our work consists of assessing, investigating, and treating patients with inflammatory joint and systemic diseases. The position as a resident doctor involves clinical work with continuous supervision and recurring structured assessments of competence development in accordance with SOSFS 2015:8 or HSLF-FS 2021:8. During your employment, you will see patients with a broad spectrum of rheumatological diseases. The resident position will be carried out in a manner similar to specialization training (ST).

Qualifications

We are looking for you who are a licensed doctor with completed basic training (BT) or general practice training (AT). Previous experience in rheumatology is an advantage. We value flexibility, teamwork skills, the ability to prioritize different tasks, and the ability to work independently under supervision. You will work both in a team and individually. Personal suitability is given great importance.

Employment type: Fixed-term employment.
Duration: 6 months or longer.
Start date: 2026-05-01 or by agreement.
End date: 2026-12-31.

In Region Jämtland Härjedalen, our work is permeated 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 instructor-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.