Specialists in general medicine sought for Nuuk

Specialists in general medicine sought for Nuuk

Experience Greenland, feel that you make a difference!

Do you dream of a medical adventure? Do you want to combine work in a modern health center with the experience of Greenland's unique nature and culture?
Then a job at Queen Ingrid's Health Center (DIS) in Nuuk might be for you.

We are looking for specialists in general medicine for short-term employment of at least 6-8 weeks duration and preferably longer.

If you are not available right now but are interested at a later time, we would also love to hear from you.

A health center with breadth, professionalism, and collaboration

Queen Ingrid's Health Center is physically located together with Queen Ingrid's Hospital (DIH) in Nuuk and provides primary health care for Nuuk and the surrounding settlements.

We are a modern health center with:

• 8 specialists in general medicine
• 15 junior doctors
• We have KBU, introductory, and main training doctors
• A close collaboration with the hospital's other specialties

In daily life, the work resembles general practice in Denmark, but with an exciting breadth that is rarely experienced elsewhere. The health center also operates an emergency reception/accident department and on-call function, which means that you encounter a varied patient base and have the opportunity to use your entire professional toolbox.

A role with responsibility and supervision

As a specialist, your primary tasks will be general medical consultations and treatment of patients in the health center.

You will also be part of the on-call team, where your most important function is to be a supervising on-call doctor for the junior doctors who act as primary doctors. The on-call shifts provide good opportunities for professional sparring, guidance, and competence development of the next generation of doctors, while you always work in a strong collegial community.

That's why you should choose Nuuk

Working life in Nuuk offers challenges, learning, and great professional variation. You will gain experience with a healthcare system where clinical decisions often require independence, overview, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

At the same time, you will have the opportunity to experience Greenland's capital with approximately 20,000 inhabitants. Here you will find modern city life with cafes, restaurants, cultural offerings, and good recreational facilities, surrounded by some impressive nature.

In Nuuk, everyday life is simple. Distances are short, and there is more time for both work, experiences, and family life.

We offer

• A unique opportunity to gain insight into and experience with the Greenlandic healthcare system.
• A broad and varied general medical work.
• Close collaboration with specialists from all hospital specialties
• A strong professional environment with a high degree of sparring and collegial support.
• Opportunities for supervision and education of junior doctors
• Personal and professional development in a daily life where no days are the same

We are looking for you who

• Are a specialist in general medicine with Danish authorization.
• Are professionally curious and motivated by new challenges.
• Thrive with responsibility and independence
• Want to supervise and collaborate with junior doctors
• Contribute positively to an interdisciplinary work environment

Ready for a stay you won't forget?

A job in Nuuk gives you the opportunity to combine strong professional development with experiences that cannot be found elsewhere. Here you will not just get a job, but an experience that often becomes a highlight in your career.

Application

Applications accompanied by a copy of relevant documents must be sent in PDF format.

Start date: November 2, 2026, or by agreement

Application deadline: October 30, 2026

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis

Contact

Information about the position can be obtained from acting chief regional doctor Heidi Egede Noasen at tel. (+299) 36 19 20 after 12:00 Danish time or by email: HNOA@PEQQIK.GL

Housing

Housing will be provided according to the rules applicable in the Greenlandic healthcare system at any given time.

Salary and employment

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to relocation and moving expenses, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement applicable at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

Citizenship

If you are not a Nordic citizen, please note that employment is conditional on a valid residence and work permit. Residence and work permits can only be applied for upon agreed employment.

The Greenlandic Healthcare System – Breadth, challenge, and professional pride

The Greenlandic Healthcare System is under the Ministry of Health and is organized into 5 regions, 8 clinical areas, the National Health Service, the Greenlandic Patient Home, and the healthcare system's Operations Area.

If you are looking for professional challenges, are curious, and enjoy working broadly, then a job in the Greenlandic Healthcare System is for you.

In Greenland, there are ample opportunities to live an active leisure life. In summer, hiking, whale watching, hunting, fishing, and sailing are ideal activities. Winter offers northern lights and plenty of skiing, and if you live north of the Arctic Circle, you can go dog sledding. In the larger cities, there is plenty of cultural life with sports clubs, art exhibitions, concerts, cafes, and restaurants. You can read more about the region where the job is located at www.peqqik.gl

See the organizational chart of the Greenlandic Healthcare System

Organizational chart of the Greenlandic Healthcare System

The Greenlandic Healthcare System is a smoke-free workplace.

We only accept applications in PDF format, electronically.

Applications sent by email will be immediately deleted for your safety.