Offer Description
Location: Østfold, Eastern Norway
On behalf of a modern and well-equipped hospital in Østfold, Eastern Norway, we are currently recruiting a specialist in geriatrics for a full-time, permanent position. The hospital has one of the largest emergency departments in Norway and offers services across a wide range of medical fields – including maternity care, medical and surgical departments and psychiatry. The position is part of a well-established geriatrics department with a strong focus on quality of care, interdisciplinary…
collaboration, and continuous development.
Main responsibilities:
- Assessment, treatment, and follow-up of geriatric patient
- Collaborating with fellow consultants and interdisciplinary teams
- Contributing to continuous improvement and development of services
Qualifications:
- Authorisation to practice as a medical doctor within the EU
- EU certification as a specialist in geriatrics
- Experience from hospital work is preferred
- Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate across disciplines
- Proficiency in English and motivation to learn Norwegian, supported by our free language course
Personal qualities:
- Able to work independently, while also demonstrating strong collaboration skills across professional groups
- Responsible, decisive and adaptable, with the ability to handle a high-paced work environment
- Motivated by contributing to the improvement of healthcare services
- Strong communicator who values clear and respectful dialogue with patients, families and colleagues
The hospital offers:
- A permanent position in a modern, well-functioning hospital environment
- A collaborative and supportive geriatrics team focused on quality and development
- Opportunities for academic development and participation in research
- Welfare benefits, pension and insurance through KLP (the Norwegian public sector pension fund)
- A positive and inclusive work environment with experienced and supportive colleagues
About the location:
The hospital is located in Østfold, a region in the southeastern part of Norway, close to the Swedish border and within convenient travel distance from Oslo. The area offers a high quality of life, with beautiful nature, family-friendly communities and good infrastructure. The hospital itself is newly built and situated just outside a regional city with easy access to public transportation, schools and recreational activities.
Benefits:
- Ongoing support from a dedicated personal advisor before, during, and after employment
- Assistance with obtaining Norwegian medical authorisation and any necessary specialist approvals
- Support with accommodation and travel arrangements, including family relocation
- Access to a free Norwegian language course with a private tutor online
