Interpreter and assistant for the therapy department at Queen Ingrid's Hospital

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

The position is basically full-time, but we are open to both full-time and part-time employment. Employment starting 1 December or by agreement.

About the position

As an interpreter and assistant you will be an important part of daily life in the Therapy Department. Your role will consist of both interpreting tasks and practical tasks that support the daily operation of the department. You will receive thorough ongoing training. The position does not require a healthcare education.

Interpretation tasks between patient and therapist

• During individual examinations and treatment courses in the Therapy Department
• During group sessions
• During examinations and treatment courses at the hospital's other departments

Assistant tasks

• Light cleaning of training equipment and aids
• Preparation and maintenance of aids
• Ensure order and overview in the department
• Operate the phone and reception during illness and holidays

We offer

• A varied and dynamic workday
• An diverse position with both practical and communicative tasks
• A good working environment with a focus on collaboration, professionalism and well-being
• Good colleagues and a workplace with a positive and welcoming culture

We are looking for someone who

• Fluent Greenlandic and Danish in speech and preferably in writing
• Is stable, flexible and service-minded
• Has good sense of order and takes responsibility for your tasks
• Can work independently and structure your own tasks
• Thrives in a daily life with many different tasks and contact surfaces

About us

There are about 21 employees in the department, including interpreters, assistants/interpreters, receptionist, administrative staff, warehouse manager, chief therapist, clinical dietitian, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.

We have a strong cooperation and a good team spirit

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

Application

Application, accompanied by copies of relevant documents, must be sent in PDF format via www.gjob.dk

Start date: 1 December 2026 or by agreement

Deadline: 24 November 2026

Employment interviews will be held on an ongoing basis

Contact

Information about the position can be obtained from Chief Therapist Caroline Fischer at the email [email protected] or by phone 344291.

Accommodation

No housing is provided.

Salary and employment

Salary and employment terms, including the right to relocation travel and household goods moving, in accordance with the applicable agreement between the Greenland Self-Government and the respective negotiating organization at the time of hire.

Citizenship

If you are not a Nordic citizen, please note that employment is conditional on a valid residence and work permit. The residence and work permit can only be applied for upon agreed employment.

The Greenlandic Health Service – breadth, challenge and professional pride

The Greenlandic Health Service reports to the Ministry of Health and is organized into 5 regions, 8 clinical areas, the State Medical Service, the Greenlandic Patient Home and the Health Service’s Operations Area.

If you are looking for professional challenges, you are curious and you enjoy working broadly, then a job in the Greenlandic Health Service is something for you.

You can read more about the Greenlandic Health Service at www.gjob.dk

In Greenland there is ample opportunity to live an active leisure life. In the summer, hiking, whale watching, hunting, fishing and boat trips are ideal 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 towns there is plenty of cultural life 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

The Greenlandic Health Service is a smoke-free workplace.

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

Applications sent by email will be deleted immediately for your safety.