Västra Götalandsregionen

About Västra Götalandsregionen

Region Västra Götaland is governed by democratically elected politicians and with just over 50,000 employees is one of Sweden’s biggest employers. It is tasked with offering good healthcare and dental care and providing the prerequisites for good public health, a rich cultural life, a good environment, jobs, research, education and good communications. All together, these provide a foundation for sustainable growth in Västra Götaland. Region Västra Götaland exists for the people in Västra Götaland and for everything that is close to the residents: jobs, education, healthcare, culture and communications. Västra Götalandsregionen shall contribute to health and security in everyday life and for a vibrant Västra Götaland now and in the future. We have a shared responsibility to look at the individual's needs and the region's citizens' collective needs to achieve the vision of The good life. We do this within our three areas of responsibility: Healthcare, growth and development, and public transport. The group has just over 50,000 employees who work primarily in healthcare but also in public transport, cultural activities, schools, public dental care, local and property management, and public health issues. Working in Västra Götalandsregionen makes an impact – on people, in society, and for the future.