Occupational Therapist in Kungsör

Are you curious about working as an occupational therapist in a small municipality? We are now seeking a colleague for a parental leave position in our healthcare organization in Kungsör! Are you a driven and solution-focused person who wants to contribute to creating self-determination and independence for patients? Then you've found the right place! Municipal healthcare is constantly facing new challenges. The transition to more personalized care has begun, where paramedical professionals' roles have and will continue to have great significance. The municipality's social services aim to work preventatively and rehabilitatively, with a special focus on enabling patients to remain in their homes. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES As an occupational therapist, you will work strategically daily based on patient needs. You will plan your own day using the digital planning system in our organization. You will establish a structure together with other professionals in the organization and have a guiding function towards patients, care personnel, and relatives, with the purpose of creating self-determination and independence for the patient. You will be part of our healthcare organization consisting of nurses, specialist nursing assistants, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and activity coordinators. As an occupational therapist in Kungsör municipality, you will work with patients in both ordinary and special housing. You will always work qualitatively according to assignments and on a fixed rotating schedule, during daytime hours. QUALIFICATIONS We are seeking a licensed occupational therapist or someone nearing the end of their studies, expected to graduate by January 2026. We want someone who enjoys developing and being developed, taking initiative, and being innovative and creative. Digitalization and welfare technology are increasingly important in the field, and you should have an interest in this and see its value in operations. As a person, you are driven, solution-focused, and flexible, always working in accordance with the assignment. You enjoy working independently with freedom under responsibility and see other professionals' knowledge as a strength. Excellent interpersonal skills are a given for you, and cooperation is a natural part of your workday. Here, you work person-centered with a focus on patient self-determination. The job includes documentation and many social contacts, which requires you to express yourself well in Swedish, both verbally and in writing, and have good computer skills. A B driver's license is also required as travel is part of the job. We value experience and competence in the field and place great importance on personal suitability. Welcome to a close-knit team of experienced colleagues. We support each other, maintain good communication, and have a balanced team. You'll receive a generous and secure introduction and we offer a positive work environment! We look forward to your application! Terms To be employed, you must provide an extract from the criminal record register. Selection and interviews may occur continuously throughout this process. The parental leave position is expected to begin in March or by agreement and last 6 months with possible extension. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Kungsör is a calm and safe municipality with nearly 8,700 inhabitants. Kungsör is characterized by royal history and exceptionally beautiful, unique nature. Central Kungsör is situated high up with buildings extending down to Lake Mälaren. In the countryside, there is another population center, Valskog. The municipality is constantly growing and changing, and we plan, develop, and improve new and existing areas. Kungsör is located in the heart of Western Mälardalen, with E20 passing just outside the town center and Svealand railway trains stopping centrally. Neighboring municipalities are quickly reached - Arboga, Köping, and Eskilstuna are about 15 minutes away, Västerås and Örebro within 45 minutes, and Stockholm can be reached in an hour by express train. The municipality has approximately 700 employees. Together, we ensure that important aspects of society function smoothly. Everything is close by, and there are great opportunities for you to develop and contribute to creating Kungsör's future. Information Please apply for the position via the link in this advertisement to facilitate our handling of applications. We have considered recruitment channels and marketing for this process. We therefore firmly decline contact with media sellers, recruitment sites, and similar. Kungsör municipality strives to offer an attractive workplace free from discrimination and providing equal opportunities for all.