We have a permanent full-time position available as a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

We are looking for a skilled gynaecologist who is interested in providing excellent patient care in maternity services and women's health. We currently have a 1 in 4 rota, with non-resident on calls after 4:00 PM.
The hospital in Flekkefjord is part of Sørlandet Sykehus Helseforetak (Southern Hospital Healthcare Trust). We work closely with the hospital in Kristiansand, with which we share management, expertise, patient care, guidelines, Morbidity & Mortality meetings and professional development. The Obstetrics and Gynaecology departments in Flekkefjord and Kristiansand have joint morning meetings and teaching.
We provide obstetric care to approximately 350 women annually and offer maternity services for low risk pregnancy and births in accordance with the selection criteria for Sørlandet Hospital. The department runs a maternity outpatient clinic where NIPT, early ultrasound, and routine pregnancy ultrasounds are offered. The outpatient clinic is run by doctors, midwives and ultrasound midwives.
The department has a neonatal resuscitation room with a video communication system which allows the on-call neonatologist at Sørlandet Hospital Kristiansand to guide care and interventions. The anaesthetist is responsible for neonatal resuscitation and care together with the neonatologist in Kristiansand. Neonates needing ongoing paediatric assessment and treatment are transferred to other hospitals.
As a consultant, you will have significant professional responsibility as well as excellent opportunities to develop within your field. We provide both elective and emergency care. The department runs outpatient clinics and has two to three operating days per week available for elective surgery cases. Surgery cases are day surgery-, inpatient- and emergency cases.
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology department is the perfect workplace for a versatile gynaecologist who wishes to work at a local hospital in rural surroundings.
Flekkefjord is a great place to work and live for people of all ages. The short distances to work, school, leisure activities and the town centre allows you to get the most out of everyday life with friends and family.
The hospital and Flekkefjord municipality are happy to assist with integration into the local community if desired. The municipality can also assist in relocating including help to find housing during a transition period, as well as providing support wit regards to job opportunities for a spouse or partner.

Kvalifikasjoner:

• Valid Norwegian medical licence.
• Norwegian authorisation as a specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology. Experience in general gynaecology and obstetrics.
• You must have good written documentation skills and be computer literate.

Personlige egenskaper:

• Contribute to a positive and collegial work environment with a focus on collaboration and professional development. 
• Structured and goal-oriented work style, with the ability to handle complex situations calmly and efficiently.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, both in personal development and in the department's work.
• Good communication- and teamworking skills.
• Professionally curious and knowledge-seeking.
• Flexible and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Motivates and inspires colleagues, actively contributes to a learning environment.

Vi tilbyr:

•  A dynamic and varied work environment, with short lines of communication between management and clinicians, facilitating effective communication and decision-making.
• An active and inclusive professional environment with a focus on research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• A positive work environment where engagement and constructive feedback is valued.
• Varied and challenging tasks.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Study leave for specialists in permanent positions – four months every five years – in accordance with the current consultant contract.
• Pension scheme through KLP for a secure future.

We ask all applicants to attach documentation of education, certificates of work experience, and any specialist approvals. This is to document the qualifications stated in the CV and for salary determination.
Sørlandet Hospital values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that different perspectives and experiences contribute to providing the best possible healthcare services. Therefore, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of gender, age, disability, nationality, ethnic background, or any gaps in employment.
Sørlandet Hospital practises transparency. The public applicant list will include the names of all applicants. Under special circumstances an exemption can be granted, cf. the Public Administration Act § 25.