Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery to Northern Norway

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery to join a surgical team in a permanent position at a modern and welcoming hospital in Northern Norway.

The Orthopedic Department is part of a joint surgical division and is staffed by specialists and resident doctors, working in a close and well-functioning professional environment.

We are looking for a colleague who thrives in a collaborative and high-quality clinical setting with a broad orthopedic case mix. You should be confident in general trauma surgery. Experience or a special interest in hip and knee arthroplasty is an advantage, but candidates with other orthopedic subspecialties are also encouraged to apply.

You will have a varied and professionally rewarding role with a high degree of responsibility and autonomy, as well as excellent opportunities for further development, including substantial operative activity. The department values initiative, professional curiosity and active participation in the continuous improvement of patient care and clinical services.

Individual adaptations to work schedules can be arranged to support a sustainable work--life balance.

Main duties

• Participate in the department's clinical activities, including ward, outpatient and operating theatre work.

• Collaborate closely with other specialties and multidisciplinary teams.

• Participate in internal teaching and education of healthcare staff.

Qualifications

• Authorization as a medical doctor and specialist recognition in orthopaedic surgery from an EU/EEA country.

• Confident in managing general traumatology independently.

• Motivation to learn Norwegian (free language training provided).

Personal qualities

• Cooperative, structured, and reliable.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Calm and solution-oriented in acute or stressful situations.

• Personal suitability will be emphasized.

We offer

• Permanent full-time position in a public Norwegian hospital

• Comprehensive support with relocation and free language training

• Competitive salary and favourable pension and insurance schemes

• Coverage of travel and moving expenses in accordance with regulations

• Possibility of flexible scheduling and dedicated time for academic development

• A modern, interdisciplinary workplace with excellent facilities and technology

Location and benefits

The hospital is located in Northern Norway, a region known for its dramatic landscape and strong local communities. The area offers a practical and well-balanced everyday life, with short commuting distances, good access to nature, and a safe environment for families. The pace of life allows for a healthy balance between work and leisure, and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing are easily accessible throughout the year. The region also offers unique natural phenomena such as the midnight sun in summer and the northern lights in winter, experienced as part of everyday life rather than as a tourist attraction.

In addition, Northern Norway offers a range of financial incentives designed to make living and working in the region more attractive. These include:

• Free kindergarten

• 12 hours of free after-school care per week

• Up to NOK 60,000 per year in student loan repayment

• Approximately NOK 20,000 per year in tax relief

• Lower electricity prices

For a family with two children, these measures can amount to a total annual financial benefit of approximately NOK 190,000.

If you would like to learn more about this position or have an informal and confidential discussion, please feel free to contact us. We will be happy to provide further details.