Family medicine specialist wanted in Southern Norway
On behalf of a municipality in the county of Vest-Agder in Southern Norway, we are seeking a specialist in family medicine who is looking for a stable work environment, broad clinical exposure and the opportunity to join a well-organized and supportive primary care team.
The GP office is one of several established practices in the municipality and hosts multiple list-holding doctors in a close-knit setting. The clinic is supported by experienced nurses and medical secretaries who ensure an efficient workflow, and the practice is well-equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment tools required for general practice.
You will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals such as resident doctors, an infection control doctor, a municipal psychologist and the chief municipal medical officer. This provides excellent support and daily opportunities for clinical discussions, while you still work independently with your own patient list.
Primary healthcare services in the municipality include:
Regular GP scheme (list-based system)
Intermunicipal out-of-hours emergency service
Work in maternal and child health clinics / school health services
Services connected to nursing homes and long-term care centers
Municipal emergency inpatient service
Your patients and responsibilities:
You will take over an established and stable patient list of approximately 900 patients
Your list patients are prioritized, but you may also see non-listed patients if capacity allows
Allocation or change of GP lists is handled by HELFO according to national regulations
The practice has well-structured routines for patient enquiries, sampling, annual check-ups, and collaboration with other municipal health services
In addition to daytime work at the clinic, the position may include shifts at the intermunicipal out-of-hours service, located near a local hospital and staffed around the clock by nurses
Professional requirements
Medical license and specialist approval from an EU country
Specialist in family medicine, preferably with minimum two years of experience
Good communication skills in English, and motivated to learn Norwegian
Experience in pediatric medicine and infant check-ups
Experience in gynecological examinations in an office setting
Skilled in minor surgical procedures
Ability to handle a broad variety of patients and diagnoses independently
Class B driver’s license
A clean criminal record must be documented through a police certificate in accordance with the Health Personnel Act
The GP office offer
Salaried employment or self-employed GP contract; terms are agreed directly with the municipality.
Modern equipment and experienced support staff
Strong professional environment with supervision and collaboration from several municipal doctors
Excellent opportunities for continuous training and professional development
Municipal pension and welfare benefits
Benefits with Dignus Medical
Free online language courses with a private tutor to learn Norwegian
Assistance in obtaining Norwegian authorization
Relocation support for you and your family
Close follow-up from professional recruiters throughout the entire process
A great place to live!
The area is known for its beautiful Southern Norwegian nature, with easy access to the coastline, lakes and hiking trails. It’s a safe and family-friendly community with plenty of outdoor activities. At the same time, the municipality is within commuting distance of larger cities in the region, offering a good balance between peaceful living and urban accessibility.
Interested in learning more?
We are happy to provide further details or arrange an informal conversation. Get in touch, we look forward to hearing from you!