Chief Physician, Ward 06/07

Do you want to help develop the treatment of patients with psychosis?

We are looking for two consultants for the Psychosis Ward 06/07, Psychiatric Department Vejle

Are you keen to make a difference for people with severe mental illness, and are you motivated by high professional standards, multidisciplinary collaboration and the development of psychiatry? Then perhaps you are the person we are looking for as a consultant for the Psychosis Ward 06/07 at the Psychiatric Department Vejle.

We are seeking two engaged and professionally strong consultants. As a consultant you will have responsibility for half of Ward 06/07, and you will work closely with the consultant who handles the other half of Ward 06/07. It is expected that both consultants can work across the entire ward.

About Psychosis Ward 06/07

Psychosis Ward 06/07 is an integrated inpatient ward with space for 30 patients. We primarily receive patients with psychoses, but also treat patients with other psychiatric issues.

We emphasize a holistic approach to treatment, where the patient’s perspective, recovery, safety and the opportunity to regain a meaningful everyday life are central elements.

Your tasks

As a consultant you will play a central role in the medical work and in the continued development of the ward.

Your tasks will include, among others, to

• Have the medical responsibility for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients with psychotic disorders.
• Ensure high quality in treatment with a focus on evidence-based methods and individualized treatment pathways.
• Actively participate in the multidisciplinary collaboration with nurses, psychologists, social and healthcare assistants and other professional groups.
• Contribute to professional sparring, supervision and competence development among staff.
• Support good collaboration with patients, relatives, municipalities and other relevant partners.
• Participate in collaboration with ward leadership on the overall development of the ward and its treatment environment.

We expect you to contribute to a culture where professional curiosity, open dialogue and shared responsibility are fundamental elements.

Who are you?

We are looking for a consultant who both has strong psychiatric competencies and desire to be an active part of a multidisciplinary community.

We imagine that you

• Are a specialist in psychiatry and meet the conditions for employment as a consultant.
• Have solid clinical experience and interest in treating patients with psychotic disorders.
• Work systematically and reflectively with diagnostics, treatment and clinical decisions.
• Have good collaboration skills and thrive in an environment where several professional groups contribute to the solution.
• Can create professional direction and convey your knowledge in a respectful and engaging manner.
• Have an interest in quality development, teaching and competence development.
• See the patient as an active partner and work with respect for each person’s wishes, resources and life situation.

Experience with professional leadership, supervision or development work would be an advantage, but the most important is that you want to take responsibility for the professional development and contribute positively to the community.

What do we offer?

With us you will have the opportunity to influence the treatment of patients with psychotic disorders and help shape the future of psychiatry.

We offer

• An exciting consultant role with the possibility for professional influence and development.
• A multidisciplinary environment with dedicated staff and a focus on collaboration.
• Opportunity to shape treatment pathways, workflows and professional priorities.
• A close collaboration with ward leadership on quality, work environment and development.
• Opportunity to contribute to an psychiatry where patient needs and professional quality are at the center.

We believe that the best results are created through shared responsibility, trust and respect for each other’s competencies.

About the Psychiatric Department Vejle

The Psychiatric Department Vejle comprises the emergency reception (PAM) and inpatient wards located close to Sygehus Lillebælt in Vejle, as well as three local psychiatric units in Kolding, Fredericia and Vejle.

Inpatient wards and local psychiatric units maintain close collaboration with joint meetings and videoconferences.

The department continuously prioritizes improvements in the working environment, education, research, innovative thinking and high-quality patient care.

Salary and terms of employment

Follows the applicable agreements between Danish Regions and the Association of Specialists (FAS). The position is covered by local pay formation.

Regionen is obligated to inform you of the starting salary for the position. You will be informed of base salary, centrally set allowances and pension in Underordnede læger - overenskomst 33.06.1 - løn pr. 1.4.2026 And Overlæger - overenskomst 33.04.1 - løn pr. 1.4.2026

In addition to the starting salary, the pay may include any negotiated allowances depending on the position, your experience and qualifications.

See starting salary for positions in Region of Southern Denmark

The position is intended to be filled on 01.01.27 or by agreement.

The application deadline is 15.11.26

Interviews are expected to be held on 25.11.26

Would you like to know more?

You are very welcome to contact

Chief Physician Kristina Espesen

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 61 19 49 06

Department: Psychiatric Department Vejle

Job title: Consultant

Working hours: 37.00

Workplace: Vejle

Application deadline: 15-11-2026

Application deadline: d. 15. november 2026