Dragons RFC
Lead Academy Physiotherapist
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Dragons RFC are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as Lead Academy Physiotherapist. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the cutting edge of professional sport where you will join a strong team of medical professionals.
JOB TITLE: Lead Academy Physiotherapist
SALARY: Dependent on relevant experience
CONTRACT: Permanent with probationary period
Reporting directly to the clubs Head of Medical and the Academy Manager, the successful candidate will lead the physiotherapy management of the academy squad with a daily responsibility for the senior academy group.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical:
- Act independently and in collaboration with physiotherapy team to assess, analyse and provide a clinical diagnosis for all injured players and plan an effective rehabilitation plan.
- Ensure all aspects of player care for all academy players are monitored including prehab, rehab, fitness assessments and treatment.
- Manage caseload of players effectively and efficiently with other academy medical staff members.
- Maintain patient documentation, records and accurate statistical information to reflect care provided and meet professional standards.
- Provide pre-game and pitch-side medical support services at home and away fixtures as required for both academy and first team.
- Communicate effectively to the club’s medical team, coaches and players about updates on players injuries and return to training dates.
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Departmental Responsibilities:
- Participate in the departmental Personal Development and Performance Review system to promote personal and service developments.
- Be actively involved in clinical audit to support the clubs Clinical Governance Strategy.
- Liaise with a range of individuals, internal and external to the organisation, to ensure effective service delivery.
- Assist in delivering WRU Minimum Medical Standards Criteria for annual compliance evaluation.
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Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Physiotherapy Registration with HCPC.
- At least two years post graduate experience with at least one years full time experience within an elite level sporting environment.
- Current Level 2 or 3 PHICIS (or equivalent).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be proficient at using all Microsoft and Mac based office programmes.
- Full UK driving licence
- Eligible to work in the UK
Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter to lewis.roberts@dragonsrfc.wales by Monday 3rd August at 5pm.
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