Vacant job

We are looking for an occupational therapist for the rehabilitation unit at the hospital, located on ward C3 Stroke, which has ten inpatient beds. The focus is on acute stroke care and rehabilitation after stroke, neurological diseases, and injuries. We work in a team-based manner on the ward.

We are a dedicated work group that works together with a focus on person-centered care and a rehabilitative approach, as well as a strong desire to develop. We are now looking for you who are a dedicated occupational therapist with a desire to develop together with us.

As an employee, you receive a wellness hour and a wellness allowance of 3,000 SEK per year.

Your responsibilities

On the stroke ward, patients are present in both the acute phase and the rehabilitation phase. Responsibilities include functional assessment and training in both the acute and rehabilitation phases, documentation, prescription and fitting of assistive devices, participation in team meetings, and home visits. We collaborate closely with the assistive device center, outpatient care, and home healthcare services.

During holidays and other absences, we cover for each other, which means that good cooperation and interest in our different areas are prerequisites. We have a positive work climate, and the tasks are varied and stimulating in a nice working environment with, among other things, sea views.

Who are you?

You are a licensed occupational therapist.

Experience in inpatient care is meritorious. Experience in stroke and other neurological diseases and injuries is particularly meritorious.

You are curious, independent, and responsible. You want to develop in your professional role and actively participate in the development of the operations. You appreciate being part of a team and collaborating closely with colleagues.

The work requires your ability to plan and prioritize your tasks, even in situations where you need to adapt quickly.

You communicate well and are clear in both your communication and your approach.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

We conduct rolling selection for this recruitment.

A background check via an extract from the criminal record register is conducted prior to the decision on employment.

Why choose Region Gotland?

We are the island's largest employer – with over 200 different professions and 7,000 employees in Sweden's only combined region and municipality. Together, we are developing a sustainable, safe, and thriving Gotland for everyone who lives on and visits the island.

Gotland has a rich cultural life, magnificent nature, and a creative entrepreneurial spirit. Over 61,000 people have chosen to call Gotland their home, year-round. Not one of us yet, but curious to become one? Read more about life on the island at www.gotland.com/flytta-hit (https://www.gotland.com/flytta-hit).

We value our employees and are proud of our benefits. Read more at www.gotland.se/formaner (https://www.gotland.se/formaner).

On the Instagram account @viarregiongotland, you can follow our employees and see the breadth of our different operations.

How we recruit

We work according to a competency-based recruitment method and therefore place great emphasis on personal suitability in accordance with the competencies described in the advertisement. In this way, we also actively work to counteract discrimination.

We are keen on safety and quality in our recruitment, and you may therefore be subject to checks prior to employment. If applicable, you will receive more information from the recruiter. ID documents and personal certificates must always be presented.

The position will be filled provided it does not need to be offered to employees with preferential rights.