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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
