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Do you want to make a difference for patients? The Therapy Department is looking for a dedicated and flexible hourly-paid interpreter/assistant.

The position is primarily full-time, but we are open to both full-time and part-time employment. 

About the Position

As an interpreter and assistant, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the Therapy Department. Your role will include both interpreting duties and practical tasks that support the department’s daily operations. You will receive thorough, ongoing training. This position does not require a healthcare degree.

Interpretation tasks between patient and therapist: 

  • For individual assessments and treatment plans in the Therapy Department 
  • During team practices 
  • For examinations and courses of treatment in the hospital's other departments 

Assistant Duties:

  • Easier Cleaning of Exercise Equipment and Assistive Devices
  • Preparation and Maintenance of Assistive Devices
  • Ensure order and clarity in the department
  • Handle phone calls and reception duties during illness and vacation

We offer:

  • A varied and dynamic workday 
  • A versatile position involving both hands-on and communication-related tasks
  • A positive work environment that emphasizes collaboration, professionalism, and well-being
  • Great coworkers and a workplace with a positive and welcoming culture

We are looking for someone who:

  • Proficient in spoken Greenlandic and Danish, and preferably also in written Greenlandic and Danish
  • Is reliable, flexible, and service-oriented
  • You have a strong sense of organization and take responsibility for your tasks
  • Can work independently and organize their own tasks
  • Thrives in a work environment with a wide variety of tasks and points of contact

About Us:

There are approximately 21 employees in the department, including an interpreter, assistants/interpreters, a receptionist, an administrative assistant, a warehouse manager, a chief therapist, a clinical dietitian, physical therapists, and occupational therapists.

We have a strong partnership and a great sense of camaraderie

Our workplace is characterized by a welcoming, attentive, and positive culture with room for humor in the department 

Application

Applications, along with copies of relevant supporting documents, must be submitted in PDF format via www.gjob.dk

Start date: October 26, 2026, or as agreed

Application deadline: October 12, 2026

Job interviews are held on an ongoing basis

Contact

For more information about the position, please contact Head Therapist Caroline Fischer by email at CARF@PEQQIK.GL or by phone at 344291.

Housing

Housing is NOT provided.

Probationary Period

There will be a 3-month probationary period for this position. 

Salary and Employment

Wages and terms of employment, including the right to travel upon starting and leaving a position and to relocation of household goods, in accordance with the agreement or collective bargaining agreement in effect at the time of employment between the Government of Greenland and the relevant organization authorized to negotiate.

Citizenship

If you are not a citizen of a Nordic country, please note that employment is contingent upon a valid residence and work permit. You may apply for a residence and work permit only after an employment agreement has been reached.

The Greenlandic Health Care System – Scope, Challenges, and Professional Pride

The Greenlandic Health Service falls under the Ministry of Health and is organized into 5 regions, 8 clinical areas, the Rural Health Service, the Greenlandic Patient Home, and the Health Service’s Operations Division.

If you’re looking for professional challenges, are curious, and enjoy working in a variety of areas, then a job with the Greenlandic Health Service is right for you.
You can read more about the Greenlandic Health Service at www.gjob.dk

In Greenland, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy an active leisure life. In the summer, hiking, whale watching, hunting, fishing, and boat trips are popular activities. Winter offers the Northern Lights and plenty of skiing, and if you live north of the Arctic Circle, you can go dog sledding. In the larger cities, there is a vibrant cultural scene with sports clubs, art exhibitions, concerts, cafes, and restaurants. You can read more about the region where the job is located at www.peqqik.gl

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Organizational Chart: The Greenlandic Health Service

The Greenlandic Health Service is a smoke-free workplace.

We accept applications exclusively in PDF format, submitted electronically via Gjob.dk.

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