Specialist in gastroenterology at a hospital in Østfold, Norway

Arbeidsplassen; Østfold; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A public hospital in Østfold, Norway, is looking for a gastroenterologist to join their department. The role includes patient care in an inpatient unit and outpatient consultations, as well as participation in ward rounds. The hospital offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension scheme

Strong welfare benefits and insurance schemes

Opportunities for research and academic development

Access to a free language course with a private tutor

Ongoing personal advisor support

Qualifications

• Medical specialist in gastroenterology with EU/EEA authorization.
• Proficiency in English, willingness to learn Norwegian.
• Strong motivation and genuine interest in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical work with patients suffering from gastrointestinal disorders.
• Participate in consultations and ward rounds.
• Participate in daytime duties and home-based on-call rota.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Medical specialist in gastroenterology

EU/EEA authorization to practice

Job description

Specialist in gastroenterology at a hospital in Østfold, Norway

A public hospital in eastern Norway is currently looking for a specialist in gastroenterology to join its department of gastroenterology.

The position includes clinical work in a 20-bed inpatient unit, outpatient consultations, and participation in ward rounds and internal referrals. You will be part of a highly competent and supportive team in a department that values collaboration, knowledge sharing and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Clinical work with patients suffering from gastrointestinal disorders

• Work in inpatient ward, outpatient clinic and ward consultation service

• Participate in daytime duties and a home-based on-call rota (active duty until 21:00, passive from 21:00 to 07:45)

• Weekend ward rounds and on-call duties approximately every 10th weekend

• Contribute to quality improvement and professional development in the department

Qualifications:

• Medical specialist in gastroenterology

• Authorization to practice within the EU/EEA

• Proficiency in English and motivation to learn Norwegian, supported by our free Norwegian language school

• Strong motivation and a genuine interest in patient care

Personal qualities:

• Team player with excellent communication skills

• Responsible, independent and structured in your work

• Flexible and adaptable to new environments

• Enthusiastic about continuous learning and professional growth

The hospital offers:

• A professional and welcoming work environment

• Opportunities for research and academic development

• Strong welfare benefits and insurance schemes

• Competitive salary and good pension scheme through KLP

• A well-connected location with short travel distance to both Oslo and Sweden

About the location:

Østfold is located in the southeastern part of Norway, close to Oslo and near the Swedish border. The region offers beautiful natural surroundings with coastline, lakes and forests, as well as the charm of smaller towns combined with easy access to city life. Østfold has well-developed public transport, an active cultural scene and is a great place to live and work.

Benefits through Dignus Medical:

• Ongoing support from a dedicated personal advisor before, during, and after employment

• Assistance with obtaining Norwegian authorization and any necessary specialist approvals

• Support with accommodation and travel arrangements, including family relocation

• Access to a free language course with a private tutor online

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Om bedriften

Dignus Medical specializes in recruitment and temporary positions for medical specialists and nurses to municipalities, healthcare institutions, and companies within the medical industry in Scandinavia.

We contribute to solving the staffing crisis in the Nordic healthcare sector by connecting the right healthcare professional with the right employer -- at the right time.