Due to the recent promotion of our current team doctor to the England Men’s senior team, we are delighted to advertise the part-time role of Gloucester Rugby Men’s Team Doctor. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled physician to join our performance team. Gloucester Rugby Performance Department is an inclusive and welcoming environment, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive environment.

Key responsibilities

· Deliver a high standard of medical provision to the senior playing squad alongside other members of the medical team in conjunction with the Head of Medical Services.

· Build excellent relationships with all members of club staff (including but not limited to medical, performance, rugby ops, coaching and support staff) where you become a proven team player and ego is left at the door.

· Fulfil the role of Mental Health Lead for Gloucester Rugby.

· Fulfil the role of medical Clinical Governance Lead for Gloucester Rugby.

· Supported by the Head of Medical Services – conduct and collate information for injury update meetings and appropriately support the delivery of this information to the Director of Rugby & other members of senior staff when required.

· Use excellent clinical skills in the assessment, diagnosis and management of injuries sustained by members of the senior men’s playing squad.

· Be an exceptional individual and become a proven team player within the Gloucester Rugby Medical and wider Rugby department.

· Liaise closely with the Head of Medical Services regarding department strategy, direction and continuing departmental success.

· Be available and easily contactable when away from the club to discuss acute illnesses and give advice to full-time club medical staff.

· Be responsible for the clubs medicine management policy.

· Provide pitch side Team Doctor cover for all senior men’s matches as required (no less than 50% in conjunction with current pool of casual club doctors).

· Support the academy doctor within their role and ensure all academy fixtures are appropriately covered.

· Build an excellent rapport with other members of the medical and performance team with a positive outlook, energy and excellent work ethic.

· Ensure all club medical equipment is adequately stocked, up to date and properly maintained in line with Prem Rugby and RFU standards of practice.

· Maintain contemporaneous and detailed clinical notes on all aspects of injury management using the Kitman Labs intelligence platform, in line with GMC and RFU minimum working standards.

· Be actively involved with pre-season player screening and new player entry medicals.

· Be responsible for ensuring all Gloucester Rugby players have an up-to-date cardiac screen and ensure any follow up is completed.

· Keep up to date with best practice, maintain personal CPD and contribute enthusiastically to the Gloucester Rugby Medical Department CPD program.

· Have the ability and show willingness to carry out other duties within your capabilities as required by club management.

· To actively contribute to club culture as outlined by senior management and the Director of Rugby.

· Assist in the development and mentorship of other members of the medical team, both within the senior and academy teams.

Qualifications, Experience & Knowledge

Essential

· License to practice medicine in the United Kingdom.

· MSc. or Diploma in Sports Medicine.

· Membership to the General Medical Council (GMC) and Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine (UK).

· Current and up to date qualification in Pre-Hospital Immediate Care in Sport – Level 3 (or equivalent).

· A good character, with a strong commitment to developing both yourself and others.

· Possess exceptional sports medicine skills with the ability to apply these skills to the performance environment.

· Exceptional level of communication skills in written and verbal forms.

· Previous experience as a Team Doctor in professional sport.

Desirable

· Previous experience as a Team Doctor working in elite level rugby union.

· Previous experience in acute/ emergency medicine.

· Qualification and experience using diagnostic ultrasound (MSK) in a performance medicine setting.

· Experience in injection therapy (MSK) and its use within performance medicine.