Description of the workplace.

Hovlitunet is a new building equipped with state-of-the-art assistive technology, with a total of 90 beds. The position as a nursing home physician is located in the Rehabilitation and Treatment Department, which has 24 beds. Here, you will be part of a dedicated interdisciplinary team that prioritizes the patient’s safety, dignity, and quality of life.

Job Responsibilities

• Medical responsibility for patients in the Rehabilitation and Treatment Department
• Rounds, ongoing assessments, diagnostics, and treatment
• Initial and annual checkups, as well as medication reviews
• Collaboration and consultation with other healthcare personnel
• Consultations with family members and dialogue regarding treatment planning
• Contribute to professional development, quality assurance, and best practices at the nursing home

Required qualifications:

• License to practice medicine with completion of LIS 1
• Excellent communication skills in Norwegian, both written and oral.

Preferred qualifications:

• Specialization in general practice or geriatric and nursing home medicine is an advantage, but physicians in residency (LIS 3) are also encouraged to apply.

Personal Qualities:

• You are confident in your role as a physician and able to make independent decisions.
• You have strong collaboration skills and thrive in a multidisciplinary environment.
• You treat patients, family members, and colleagues with empathy, respect, and patience.
• Personal suitability will be emphasized

We offer:

• A meaningful position with a high degree of independence.
• Opportunities for specialization/continuing education (geriatric and nursing home medicine or community medicine) by agreement.
• Generous pension and insurance plans through KLP. (2% pension deduction)
• Employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and collective agreements
• A work environment with dedicated and skilled colleagues

Additional information:

• Submit your application online via our website: www.sondre-land.kommune.no
• For positions requiring a police clearance certificate, an approved certificate must be presented prior to employment.
• Before starting work, a self-declaration regarding tuberculosis, MRSA, and measles must be submitted in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Applicants with foreign degrees must have approval from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Competence (HK-dir) for permanent employment.
• The position includes a 6-month probationary period.
• Certified copies of diplomas and certificates must be presented at the interview.

For questions regarding the position, please contact the Head of the Rehabilitation and Treatment Department. Stein Bollum, tel. 97672256.

Exceptions to public disclosure must be justified

Søndre Land Municipality practices a policy of greater transparency, cf. the Public Administration Act § 11.  This means that all applicants are listed on a public applicant list. Special circumstances are required to be granted an exemption, cf. the Public Administration Act § 25.

Søndre Land Municipality is an inclusive workplace with empowered employees who value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of background, gender, or disability.