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Licensed Physical Therapist, Healthcare and Services for Older Adults

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Employment type
Permanent

Description:

The elderly care services in Umeå Municipality aim to be a resource that, through proximity and collaboration, frees and strengthens people's ability to live independent lives. We are looking for someone interested in flexible and developmental work where the individual is at the center. Our operations and work methods should be characterized by respect for each person's integrity and self-determination. Our values are based on the principles of citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. We are now seeking a physical therapist for Healthcare and Services for Older Adults, care and residential facilities. Your Responsibilities As a physical therapist in elderly care, you will work with rehabilitative interventions in close collaboration with other professionals. You will work to create conditions for individuals to live as independently as possible. The work involves responsibility for assessment, evaluation, assistive device prescriptions, and follow-ups within the physical therapy profession. Guidance of care personnel is also an important part of the work. About You We are looking for a licensed physical therapist. If you have previous experience in municipal healthcare within elderly care, that is a merit. The position requires good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written. A category B driver's license is required for the position. You are a positive and committed colleague who wants to contribute to developing our operations. As a person, you have good collaboration skills and enjoy working in a team as well as independently. You have a professional approach and a pleasant manner. You are flexible, can organize your workday, and have a good ability to adapt to changes in operations. Communication and documentation are a large part of the work, which means you need to be able to express yourself well both verbally and in writing. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability. Pets may be present in the workplace, so you should not have allergies. Other Information A temporary position, full-time, with planned start September 1, 2026, or by agreement until February 28, 2027. Before making an employment offer, we ask you to provide an extract from the police's criminal record register and will verify your license in HOSP. This is done as a final step in the recruitment process. We look forward to receiving your application! About Umeå Municipality Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 important employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Working with us, you will be involved in important societal tasks where you contribute to Umeå remaining safe, secure, and enjoyable. Umeå is northern Sweden's largest city with a rich range of experiences and opportunities. We are an association and cultural city that offers a richer life outside of work as well. Here you can experience what it is like to live and work in Umeå: Move - Umeå Municipality We are growing and therefore we may be looking for just you. Want more? We offer fair terms, good benefits, and excellent opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as work that matters to everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.The elderly care services in Umeå Municipality aim to be a resource that, through proximity and collaboration, frees and strengthens people's ability to live independent lives. We are looking for someone interested in flexible and developmental work where the individual is at the center. Our operations and work methods should be characterized by respect for each person's integrity and self-determination. Our values are based on the principles of citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. We are now seeking a physical therapist for Healthcare and Services for Older Adults,…

Overview

Type
job
Status
active
Visibility
public
City
Umeå
Address
Skolgatan 31 A
GPS
63.7970413, 20.2816791
Email
Phone
Published
4. 8. 2026
Edited
5. 8. 2026

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Specifications

Region
Västerbottens län
Duration
6 months or longer
Employer
UMEÅ KOMMUN
Postcode
90184
Open positions
1
Profession
Fysioterapeut/Sjukgymnast
Salary Type
Fixed monthly, weekly or hourly pay
Scope Of Work
100–100 %
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