About this role
Develop.
Thrive. Make a difference!
We offer you a responsible, varied, and interesting job within occupational therapy and physiotherapy at Kalmar County Hospital. You will focus on the cardiology department, cardiac intensive care unit, and nephrology outpatient clinic. This position includes a combined workload of inpatient and outpatient care. In close collaboration with occupational therapists and the staff on the ward, you will work with heart patients with various diagnoses and needs. You will provide early and professional care through functional assessments and rehabilitative interventions.
As a physiotherapist, you will initiate interventions aimed at facilitating the patient's return home for continued training or adaptation.
You will be part of a team with broad expertise, a good atmosphere, and a positive attitude! Here, we work on continuous improvements, where you contribute to change initiatives and development. We collaborate to enhance our operations - do you want to contribute your valuable skills and help yourself and others grow in your profession? Are you curious about how we can leverage new advancements to develop future care models? Then occupational therapy and physiotherapy is the workplace for you!
Working hours are scheduled during the day, Monday to Friday. Some weekend duties may occur, approximately 4 weekends per year.
Do not hesitate to apply for an interesting and developing position where you will work alongside many competent and friendly colleagues! We offer mentorship for newly hired employees.
The position is a temporary contract for about one year, with the possibility of extension.
About you
You are a licensed physiotherapist. Proficiency in spoken and written Swedish is a requirement. You find it easy to collaborate with different professionals and have a good ability to prioritize your work. We also welcome those who are new to the profession and will tailor the introduction to your needs. Personal suitability is highly valued.
Selection is ongoing, and the position may be filled before the application period ends. We welcome your application today!
Your future workplace
Occupational therapy and physiotherapy are part of Rehab Söder. The unit consists of approximately 23 physiotherapists, 14 occupational therapists, 2 rehabilitation assistants, and 1 administrator. We work in both inpatient and outpatient care. The role of a physiotherapist is independent but also involves close collaboration with other professionals within the unit and staff at clinics/wards.
Rehab Söder is tasked with providing rehabilitative services to the citizens of southern Kalmar County at both specialist and primary care levels. The unit is also responsible for the region's dietitian services in the southern part of the county and for the social work services at Kalmar County Hospital. Services are provided in collaboration with other care providers and the patient's social network when necessary. The goal is for our interventions to lead to maintained or improved health.
Kalmar County Hospital is one of three hospitals in Kalmar County. It is an acute care hospital with specialized care, maternity care, and postnatal care. Over 2,300 employees work here to provide good care and high patient safety to the county's residents. Our employees' continuous development efforts lead to excellent results in various national assessments. The hospital is located near Kalmar city center and the Kalmar Strait.
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 enjoy many benefits and one of Sweden's best collective agreements. We meet people at all stages of life and have a meaningful and developing job – every day.
Region Kalmar County offers all employees a full-time position. 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 request that you apply for the position through 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 advertisements and recruitment services.