Head Physiotherapist

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Head Physiotherapist in Sandton, Gauteng. Lead the medical team responsible for athlete care across disciplines, developing evidence-based rehabilitation programs and providing hands-on treatment.

You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with coaches and doctors to optimize health and performance in a high‑pressure, high‑performance environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physiotherapy.
• Registered with HPCSA or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years in sports physiotherapy with leadership.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of sports injuries.
• Extensive experience in rehabilitation program design and implementation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in manual therapy, exercise prescription, and electrotherapy modalities.
• Experience with sports performance enhancement and injury prevention strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the physiotherapy department, ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice and patient care.
• Develop, implement, and manage rehabilitation programs for athletes with sports injuries.
• Conduct thorough assessments of injuries, diagnose conditions, and formulate treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on physiotherapy treatment using manual therapy, exercise, and modalities.
• Mentor junior staff and support professional development.
• Collaborate with scientists, coaches, and doctors for integrated athlete care.
• Oversee injury prevention strategies and screening protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records and stay updated with best practices.
• Represent the organization at medical and sports science conferences.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinical decision-making

Diagnostic reasoning

Manual therapy

Exercise prescription

Rehabilitation program design

Communication

Collaboration

Sports performance enhancement

Education

Master’s degree in Physiotherapy

HPCSA registration

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading sports organization, is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Head Physiotherapist to lead their medical team in Sandton, Gauteng. This critical role involves overseeing all aspects of physiotherapy and sports injury management for athletes across various disciplines. You will be responsible for developing and implementing evidence-based rehabilitation programs, providing direct patient care, and mentoring a team of physiotherapists. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional clinical skills, a deep understanding of sports injuries and performance enhancement, and strong leadership abilities. You will work closely with coaches, medical staff, and athletes to ensure optimal health, safety, and performance outcomes. This is a demanding yet highly rewarding position for a dedicated professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the physiotherapy department, ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice and patient care.
• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive rehabilitation programs for athletes with sports-related injuries.
• Conduct thorough assessments of injuries, diagnose conditions, and formulate effective treatment plans.
• Provide hands‑on physiotherapy treatment, utilizing a range of manual therapy techniques, exercise prescription, and other modalities.
• Oversee and guide junior physiotherapy staff, providing mentorship and professional development.
• Collaborate closely with sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and medical doctors to ensure integrated athlete care.
• Manage injury prevention strategies and implement screening protocols for athletes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Stay current with the latest research, techniques, and best practices in sports physiotherapy.
• Represent the organization at relevant medical and sports science conferences.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Physiotherapy or a related field.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in sports physiotherapy, with a significant portion in a senior or leadership role.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of sports injuries.
• Extensive experience in rehabilitation program design and implementation.
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Excellent diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision‑making abilities.
• Proficiency in manual therapy, exercise prescription, and electrotherapy modalities.
• Experience with sports performance enhancement and injury prevention strategies.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a high‑performance environment.

Benefits

This full‑time position offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off. Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and attending international conferences are provided. You will work with a dedicated team of professionals committed to athlete well‑being and performance. Join a prestigious organization in Sandton and play a pivotal role in supporting elite athletes. This role offers a challenging and fulfilling career path within sports medicine.