The successful candidate will provide the highest standard of physiotherapy services to the first team players ensuring the delivery of accurate and effective assessments and diagnosis of injuries.
• Implement injury prevention strategies in conjunction with other medical staff
• Pre training management of players including strapping and taping and administration of treatment as required
• Close liaison with the Club Doctor, Head of Performance and other members of the multidisciplinary team to optimise player medical care and performance.
• Delivery of individual and squad-based injury prevention programmes based on screening, past medical history and injury trends.
• The examination and assessment of all new players prior to signing for the club.
• Implementing strategies to maximising player performance on the football field from a medical perspective.
• Reporting of all injuries to the First Team Manager and provide updates on all player’s rehabilitation progress.
• Arrange consultations with medical personnel and any relevant investigation related to an injury e.g. MRI scan, X-ray appointments and coordinate any other forms of specialist treatments.
• Complete comprehensive, accurate, reliable and confidential medical records for all professional players.
• Coordinate, manage and mentor other medical and fitness staff.
• Provide medical cover for all first team matches and training sessions ensuring coordination of a 7 day a week treatment and rehabilitation service.
• Manage and submit weekly doping control schedules ensuring compliance is met at all times
• Be involved in clinical governance and maintain professional registration.
• Complete all administrative tasks relevant to your role.