Job Description

MediCarrera is currently offering opportunities for Psychiatrists specializing in Eating Disorders at the National Highly Specialized Care (NHV) unit in Sundsvall, Sweden.

Free Swedish Language Course (Included in the Program)

1) On-site course: Free apartment, all expenses covered, daycare/language support for children, €1000 monthly scholarship
2) Online course (for you and your partner): €1,200 monthly scholarship

About the Organization
The NHV unit in Sundsvall is one of five centers in Sweden providing nationally designated, highly specialized care for severe eating disorders. The service is part of the Department of Psychiatry and Rehabilitation within Region Västernorrland and has an academic affiliation with Umeå University and Mid Sweden University.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, internal medicine specialists, nurses, psychologists, dietitians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and social workers. The hospital offers a collaborative environment with excellent opportunities for research, professional growth, and continuous learning.

About the Role

• Work hours: Monday–Friday, 8–17 (flexible schedule)
• Combination of inpatient and outpatient care
• Daily tasks include medical and psychiatric assessments, treatment of patients with severe eating disorders, and follow-ups
• Participate in treatment conferences, care planning, and evaluation of treatment goals
• Manage acute medical situations and somatic monitoring in collaboration with other staff
• Work within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to research and clinical development

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric and medical assessments, treatments, and follow-ups for patients with severe eating disorders
• Provide nutritional rehabilitation and somatic monitoring for patients with severe starvation
• Treat comorbidities such as self-harming behavior, neuropsychiatric disorders, personality disorders, depression, and anxiety
• Apply evidence-based psychotherapeutic methods (e.g., CBT, DBT, family therapy)
• Work according to national guidelines for severe eating disorders
• Mentor and collaborate with junior doctors and other healthcare professionals
• Contribute to research and knowledge development

Requirements

• Specialist certification in Psychiatry recognized in the EU
• Experience in treating severe eating disorders, including medical and psychotherapeutic care
• Experience with nutritional rehabilitation and somatic monitoring is highly desirable
• Knowledge of and experience with comorbidities and multidisciplinary teamwork
• Experience or strong interest in research and academic development
• Strong communication skills, structured, and team-oriented
• Commitment to complete MediCarrera’s intensive Swedish language program

Salary and Conditions (2025)

• Specialist in Psychiatry (permanent): SEK 80,000–110,000/month (approx. €7,000–9,600 gross), adjusted according to experience
• Additional on-call shifts compensated separately

Relocation Support – What MediCarrera Offers

• Free visit to Sundsvall to meet your team and explore the region
• Assistance with housing, school/daycare enrollment, and practical matters (ID, healthcare card, bank, etc.)
• Employment support for your partner
• Coordination with moving company and relocation logistics
• Ongoing support and guidance from a dedicated contact person

Why Sundsvall?
Sundsvall is a charming coastal city in central Sweden, with around 100,000 inhabitants. It offers a high quality of life, excellent schools, modern healthcare facilities, and a family-friendly environment. The city combines elegant historic architecture with outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, skiing, and swimming. Cost of living is lower than in larger Swedish cities, while transport connections make travel easy.