Lead Therapist, Fylde RFC
Salary: Part time – paid by training session/ match day (monthly invoice)
Location
Training sessions at Fylde Rugby Club (FY84EL) (Tuesday and Thursday 6-9pm) and match days home and away on Saturday. (Fylde and clubs across the North.
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Job Description
Due to unforeseen circumstances Fylde Rugby Club is looking to appoint a clinical lead (1st team) therapist.
The role will require attendance at training sessions (Tuesday and Thursday 6-9pm) and match days on Saturday. Managing a small team of therapists in assessing and treating sporting injuries. A strong communicator is required to communicate with club officials, players and the multidisciplinary team effectively
Role requirements:
* Assess and treat a variety of sporting injuries
* Managing pitch side treatment, including concussion and trauma
* Communicate with players and staff appropriately
* Document treatment in line with professional requirements
* Manage a small team of therapists
Essential criteria:
*BSc (hons) Physiotherapy/ Sports Therapy/ Sports Rehabilitation
* Appropriate governing body membership CSP/SST/ BASRAT
* Strong communicator
* Pre-Hospital Immediate Care in Sport (PHICIS) Level 2 (or equivalent)
* Experience in semi professional sport
* Evidence based approach to managing sporting injuries
Desirable criteria:
* Post graduate sports medicine qualification
* Suturing qualification
* Experience leading a small team
* Post graduate S+C or exercise therapy qualification
How to apply
If you feel you can evidence the above criteria and you are interested in the role, or you have any queries please contact Warren Atkinson (Rugby Operations Manager) via email rugbyoperations@fylderugby.co.uk or on 07429 456955
