At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead medical services for Chelsea FC Women, ensuring top-notch player care and emergency response.
- Company: Join the prestigious Chelsea FC, a leader in women's football.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of an innovative team driving the future of Football Medicine.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on athletes' health and performance in a high-profile sports setting.
- Qualifications: Medical degree with experience in sports medicine and strong collaboration skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
- Lead the delivery of all medical services for Chelsea FC Women’s First Team, acting as the primary physician for player illness, injury diagnosis and ongoing medical management.
- Provide expert pitch-side medical cover at training sessions and all First Team fixtures, ensuring the highest standards of player care and emergency response.
- Work closely with coaches, performance staff and senior leadership to support player availability, welfare and performance while maintaining strict medical confidentiality.
- Lead medical screening programmes, including cardiac, concussion and other health assessments, ensuring compliance with best practice and governing body requirements.
- Collaborate with physiotherapists, sports scientists, nutritionists and performance coaches to develop integrated injury management and return-to-play plans.
- Drive informed clinical decision-making by coordinating specialist consultations, second opinions and treatment pathways both internally and externally.
- Oversee medication management, injection therapies and diagnostic procedures within scope of practice, ensuring effective governance and record keeping.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with leading medical specialists and healthcare providers across the UK and internationally.
- Support anti-doping compliance, player medical administration, pre-signing medicals and other essential football medicine operations.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and innovation of Football Medicine services across Chelsea FC, supporting strategic projects and sharing clinical expertise across the wider club.
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We think you need these skills to ace Lead of Performance Medicine – CFCW Chelsea FC Closing Date : 30 July 2026 Salary: Competitive [...] in Cobham
Medical Diagnosis
Emergency Response
Player Care
Medical Confidentiality
Medical Screening Programmes
Cardiac Assessment
Concussion Management
