Midwives for labour, delivery and maternity care in Sweden

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Are you an experienced Midwife looking for a new career opportunity in Sweden?

We are currently recruiting Midwives to join the maternity and women's healthcare department at a modern regional hospital in central Sweden. This is an opportunity to work in a healthcare environment where patient safety, teamwork, and professional development are highly valued.

You will become part of a dedicated team providing high-quality care for women throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period.

About the role

As a Midwife, you will work at a well-established regional hospital together with obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Your responsibilities may include:

Providing care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period

Monitoring the health and wellbeing of both mother and newborn

Supporting women and families throughout the maternity journey

Providing patient education and counselling

Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams

Contributing to safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care

Participating in the continuous development of maternity and women's healthcare services

The department is committed to delivering high-quality care while supporting professional growth and continuous learning.

Requirements

Hold a valid Midwife license issued in an EU/EEA country

Minimum one year of documented experience as a Midwife

Good English language skills

Motivation to learn Swedish

Motivation to relocate and work in Sweden on a long-term basis

Meritorious

Experience in labour and delivery care

Experience working in a hospital-based maternity department

Knowledge of Swedish or another Scandinavian language

What the workplace offers

Permanent employment

Structured introduction and onboarding

Modern facilities and equipment

A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team

Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

A strong focus on patient safety and quality of care

A positive work environment with a healthy work-life balance

Why central Sweden?

Central Sweden offers an excellent quality of life with easy access to nature, family-friendly communities, and modern public services. The region combines the benefits of a safe and welcoming environment with good infrastructure, cultural activities, and outdoor recreation throughout the year.

Whether you enjoy hiking, lakes, forests, winter sports, or simply a balanced lifestyle, this area offers a unique opportunity to combine career development with a high quality of life.

What Dignus Medical offers

Ongoing support from a recruiter before, during, and after your employment

Assistance with obtaining Swedish authorization and approvals

Help with accommodation and relocation for you and your family

Access to a free Swedish language course with a private tutor via Teams/Skype

Interested?

We would be happy to tell you more about the position, the healthcare department, and how we support healthcare professionals moving to Sweden.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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