Specialist Psychiatrist – Northern Norway

Petter Hovland; Oslo; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and insurance (KLP)

Flexible hours with extended shifts

Professional development courses

Optional acute care rotation pay

Relocation support

Job summary

Dignus Medical seeks a Specialist Psychiatrist for a permanent position in a well‑functioning outpatient unit in Northern Norway. You will assess, diagnose, and treat psychiatric conditions while collaborating with an experienced team and contributing to service development.

Eligible candidates have European medical authorization and psychiatry specialization, strong English, and a willingness to learn Norwegian; language training is provided, with potential for extended shifts and appropriate

Qualifications

• European medical authorization and specialist certification in psychiatry.
• Good English skills and motivation to learn Norwegian (language training provided).
• Solid clinical competence and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with psychiatric conditions.
• Contribute actively to interdisciplinary collaboration and treatment planning.
• Supervise junior doctors and support internal training.
• Take part in developing the service and improving clinical practice.

Skills

English proficiency

Independent work

Education

European medical authorization and specialist certification in psychiatry

Job description

Specialist Psychiatrist – Northern Norway

We are looking for a specialist psychiatrist for a permanent position in Northern Norway.

You will join a well-functioning outpatient clinic and work closely with an experienced team. The region is known for its relaxed pace of life, strong professional environments, and supportive colleagues.

Your role

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with psychiatric conditions
• Contribute actively to interdisciplinary collaboration and treatment planning
• Supervise junior doctors and support internal training
• Take part in developing the service and improving clinical practice

Qualifications

• European medical authorization and specialist certification in psychiatry
• Good English skills and motivation to learn Norwegian (language training provided)
• Solid clinical competence and ability to work independently

What the clinic offers

• Permanent position in a stable and well-organized outpatient unit
• Close collaboration with experienced and supportive colleagues
• Flexible working hours, with options for extended shifts and additional pay
• Access to courses, seminars, and continuous professional development
• Optional participation in acute care rotation, with extra compensation
• Pension and insurance schemes through KLP

Why Northern Norway?

Northern Norway offers a unique combination of professional opportunities and quality of life.

You get access to modern healthcare facilities while living close to nature. The region is known for its dramatic landscapes, with mountains, fjords, and coastline right outside your door.

It is a great place for both individuals and families. You will find good schools, safe communities, and a slower, more balanced lifestyle.

Outdoor activities are part of everyday life — whether it is hiking, skiing, fishing, or simply enjoying the Northern Lights in winter and the midnight sun in summer.

Despite the remote location, you have access to regional airports and solid connections to the rest of Norway and Europe.

Benefits with Dignus Medical

• Free Norwegian language course tailored for healthcare professionals
• Personal follow-up throughout the entire recruitment process
• Relocation support for you and your family (housing, schools, kindergartens)
• Guidance with authorization, paperwork, and practical matters