Job Description

Are you a qualified healthcare assistant looking for a long-term career opportunity in Norway, with meaningful responsibilities, a supportive working environment, and the chance to enjoy a healthy work-life balance surrounded by spectacular nature?

On behalf of a municipality in Nordland, Northern Norway, Dignus Medical is recruiting qualified healthcare assistants for permanent positions within municipal healthcare services.

This is an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals who want to build a long-term career in Norway, providing high-quality care and support to patients with different healthcare needs.

You will become part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team where collaboration, professional standards, and person-centered care are key priorities.

The municipality is located in a beautiful region surrounded by mountains, fjords, and breathtaking landscapes. Here, you can enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle while having access to local amenities and the nearby regional city of Bodø.

Dignus Medical provides free Norwegian language training, assistance with professional authorization, and relocation support to help you prepare for your new career and life in Norway.

About the role

As a healthcare assistant within the municipal healthcare system, you will play an important role in providing safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to patients and service users.

Your responsibilities may include

• Providing personal care, daily assistance, and support based on individual patient needs
• Observing patients’ health conditions and reporting changes to registered nurses or other responsible healthcare professionals
• Assisting patients with daily activities, nutrition, mobility, and rehabilitation
• Performing healthcare and care-related tasks within your professional qualifications and responsibilities
• Supporting patients’ independence, well-being, and quality of life
• Collaborating with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintaining accurate patient records using electronic healthcare systems
• Contributing to a positive working environment and continuous quality improvement
• Further details about the workplace, responsibilities, and working schedules will be provided during the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• A completed healthcare education from an EU/EEA country that qualifies you to apply for Norwegian authorization as a Health Care Worker (helsefagarbeider)
• EU/EEA citizenship
• Willingness to learn Norwegian and pass the B2 language exam before starting work. Free language training is provided.
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility
• Previous experience in elderly care, home care, or nursing homes is an advantage
• A satisfactory police clearance certificate is required before starting work.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and motivated healthcare professionals who take pride in providing high-quality care.

You should enjoy working closely with patients, be attentive to their individual needs, and feel comfortable collaborating with colleagues from different professional backgrounds.

We particularly welcome candidates who are motivated to relocate to Norway and interested in establishing a long-term career within the Norwegian healthcare system.

What we offer

• Permanent employment directly with the municipality
• Free Norwegian language training to help you reach the required B2 level before starting work
• Guidance and assistance throughout the Norwegian authorization process
• Relocation support and practical assistance to help you settle into your new life in Norway
• Varied and meaningful responsibilities in a supportive healthcare environment
• Opportunities for professional development and valuable international experience
• Salary and employment conditions according to the applicable agreements
• Personal guidance and follow-up from Dignus Medical throughout the recruitment and relocation process

Live and Work in Nordland, Northern Norway

Have you ever imagined living somewhere surrounded by spectacular nature, with mountains, fjords, and outdoor adventures right on your doorstep?

Nordland offers a unique lifestyle, combining beautiful scenery with a quieter pace of life and excellent opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year.

Experience the midnight sun during summer, the northern lights in winter, and opportunities for hiking, skiing, cycling, and exploring the Norwegian countryside.

The Salten region is particularly attractive for those who enjoy an active lifestyle and want to combine a meaningful healthcare career with time for family, friends, and personal interests.

The nearby city of Bodø also offers shopping, restaurants, cultural activities, and convenient transport connections to other parts of Norway and Europe.

Interested in working in Norway?

Contact us to learn more about the positions, the recruitment process, and how we can support your move to Norway.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Nathalie Harts
Researcher/marketing
Phone: +47 905 93 007
nathalie@dignusmedical.no