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Akureyri Hospital

Working at SAk

The Akureyri hospital provides international DNV-GL certified healthcare services with ISO certified quality management system. Emphasis is on the active participation of all employees to meet the quality requirements of the international standard by which the hospital is certified.

We offer:

Well­ness Hub

Fitness reimb­ursement

Wellness Hub

Each employee receives three complimentary hours of support per year and can choose from 17 different specialists, including psychologists, a sleep consultant, a nutritionist, a coach, an acupuncturist, a chiropractor, clinical massage therapists, wellness massage therapists, and more.

Fitness reimbursement

SAk offers an annual fitness reimbursement of ISK 14,000 to employees upon submission of a valid receipt from a gym, fitness center, swimming pool, ski resort, or sports club. Reimbursement is also available for comparable health and wellness activities.

Great kitchen

Shorter workweek

Great kitchen

Employees have access to nutritious, varied meals at reasonable prices.

Shorter workweek

Employees benefit from a reduced working week in accordance with the applicable collective agreements and the organization's operational arrangements.

Support Team

First Year in Practice for Nurses

Support Team

The Support Team's role is to foster a positive work environment and promote employee wellbeing, while also providing support when work becomes demanding or when employees are facing personal challenges.

First Year in Practice for Nurses

The First Year in Practice program is available to all registered nurses who are beginning their employment at SAk. The program provides nurses in their first year of practice with additional education, guidance, and support to help them transition into their new role.

Training and Education

More information

Training and Education

SAk regularly offers training courses for employees and students. These include advanced courses such as Advanced Life Support (ALS), interdisciplinary simulation training, and the management of major trauma (BEST), as well as shorter courses focused on clinical skills.

More information

For more information please contact HR mannaudsdeild@sak.is