Lead Sports Physiotherapist: Elevate Athlete Rehab

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Generous annual leave

CPD support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Sports Physiotherapist for a premier sports science and rehabilitation center in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. Lead a team, develop protocols, and optimize athlete performance and recovery across disciplines.

The role emphasizes injury prevention, advanced manual therapy, and collaboration with coaches and medical staff to deliver excellence in athlete care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physiotherapy with Sports specialization.
• HPCSA registration and practicing certificate.
• Minimum 5 years' clinical experience in sports physiotherapy.
• Experience leading a team of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat sports injuries.
• Lead rehabilitation programs to return athletes to sport.
• Mentor and manage a team of sports physiotherapists.
• Implement injury prevention strategies and screening.
• Collaborate with coaches and medical staff.
• Maintain confidential patient records.
• Educate athletes and coaches on injury management.
• Stay updated with latest research in sports physiotherapy.
• Contribute to department strategy and operations.
• Represent the organization at events as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Biomechanics

Exercise physiology

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Physiotherapy (Sports)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Sports Physiotherapist for a premier sports science and rehabilitation center in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. Lead a team, develop protocols, and optimize athlete performance and recovery across disciplines.

The role emphasizes injury prevention, advanced manual therapy, and collaboration with coaches and medical staff to deliver excellence in athlete care and outcomes.