Physiotherapist sought for maternity cover in the Therapy Department

Physiotherapist sought for maternity cover in the Therapy Department

Are you interested in working with a diverse patient group and engaging in strong interdisciplinary collaboration at Greenland's largest hospital?

We are looking for a dedicated physiotherapist for a maternity cover from November 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027.

You will be part of the weekend duty roster, which is approximately every 7th weekend, and also participate in shifts during holidays, including Christmas.

That's why you should apply for the position

With us, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment where collaboration, development, and quality in patient pathways are the focus.

As a physiotherapist at Queen Ingrid's Hospital, you will have the opportunity to work with patient pathways across specialties and build competencies within a broad clinical field.

We offer:

• A versatile work field with both acute assessments and longer rehabilitation processes within the hospital's inpatient departments.
• Great opportunities for professional development, responsibility, and influence on the department's continued development
• A varied workday, where patient pathways and tasks span widely.
• Good physical facilities with a gym, hydrotherapy pool, and separate treatment rooms
• A well-functioning interdisciplinary collaboration with physiotherapists at the hospital as well as therapists in the municipality and regional hospitals across Greenland.

Who are you?

We envision that you:

• Are a qualified physiotherapist
• Have an interest in examination and treatment within the surgical and medical fields
• Thrive with both individual patient pathways and group training
• Work independently and enjoy professional challenges
• Are flexible, adaptable, and responsible
• Are good at collaborating, and value mono- and interdisciplinary cooperation highly
• Have a desire to actively contribute to the development of the department

About the Therapy Department:

The Therapy Department consists of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, interpreters/assistants, receptionists, inventory managers, office clerks, and chief therapists.

We are a department with strong cohesion, high professionalism, and room for diversity. We help each other and prioritize both professional and personal well-being.

As a physiotherapist, you will be on weekend duty approximately every 8th weekend.

Application

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

Start date: November 1, 2026, or by agreement until September 30, 2027

Application deadline: September 9, 2026

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis

Contact

Information about the position can be obtained from Chief Therapist Caroline Fischer, who can be contacted for further information about the position at tel.: (+299) 34 42 91 after 11:30 AM Danish time, or by email: CARF@PEQQIK.GL

Housing

Housing will be provided according to the rules applicable in the Greenlandic Health Service 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 in effect 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. A residence and work permit can only be applied for upon agreed employment.

The Greenlandic Health Service – Breadth, challenge, and professional pride

The Greenlandic Health Service is under the Department of Health and is organized into 5 regions, 8 clinical areas, the National Health Service, the Greenlandic Patient Home, and the operational area of the health service.

If you are seeking professional challenges, are curious, and enjoy working broadly, then a job in the Greenlandic Health Service is for you.

In Greenland, there are ample opportunities to live an active leisure life. In summer, hiking, whale watching, hunting, fishing, and boating 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

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The Greenlandic Health Service is a smoke-free workplace.

We only accept applications in PDF format, electronically.

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