First Team Doctor

Job Details

First Team Doctor
Location: Carrington Training Complex

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.

The Role:
The First Team Doctor plays a vital role in supporting player health, performance, and overall well-being. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality medical care to First Team players, including the diagnosis, treatment, and management of injuries and illnesses. The role also encompasses providing emergency medical support during training and matchdays, as well as working collaboratively with other medical and performance staff to ensure a holistic, player-centred approach to care.
Key Responsibilities:

• Player Medical Care & Treatment: Support the Head of Medical Services in providing medical care, injury assessment, and treatment to first-team players. Diagnose and manage injuries, illnesses, and conditions affecting performance. Develop personalised treatment plans with physiotherapists and prescribe medications in line with best practices and anti-doping regulations.
• Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation: Collaborate with the medical and performance teams to develop injury prevention strategies. Assist in conducting pre-season screenings and oversee rehabilitation, ensuring safe return-to-play protocols while monitoring workload to prevent overuse injuries.
• Matchday & Training Ground Duties: Provide medical support at first team matches and training sessions as directed by the Head of Medical Services. Assist with on-field emergency care, including concussion management and trauma care. Ensure medical equipment is up to standard and provide pitch-side coverage at Carrington and Old Trafford.
• Medical Compliance: Maintain accurate and confidential medical records, ensuring compliance with medical regulations, including anti-doping policies. Support injury updates to management and align with the latest medical research.
• Multi-Disciplinary Team Collaboration: Work with the Head of Medical Services, physiotherapists, sports scientists, nutritionists, and other medical staff to optimize player health and performance. Participate in medical meetings and align medical decisions with Football Management to support team objectives.
• Emergency & Crisis Management: Assist the Head of Medical Services in leading the club's medical emergency response. Support concussion protocols, coordinate player referrals to specialists, and contribute to emergency action plans for Carrington and Old Trafford.
• Additional Responsibilities: Oversee and support the Senior Doctors for the Women's Team and Academy as needed. Attend player appointments for surgeries and medical examinations and contribute to developing concussion management protocols and ensuring adherence to Clinical Governance practices.

The Person:
Qualifications:

• Full GMC registration
• MSc or Diploma in Sports Medicine; BASEM member.
• Experiences in injury prevention, recovery, and CPD with diverse clinical skills.
• FA-recognised First Aid Qualification (Football League standard).

Skills and Competencies:

• Extensive experience in high-performance sports, including professional football, with proven expertise as a Team Doctor in elite environments.
• Deep understanding of football regulations, anti-doping, and compliance.
• Strong clinical skills in sports injury management, advanced clinical examination, and matchday medical cover, including emergency response.
• In-depth knowledge of common sports injuries and effective treatment options, with a focus on player welfare.
• Proficient in collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams and developing medical protocols.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in high-pressure situations.
• Willingness to travel for games, tours, and tournaments, committed to upholding the highest standards of care.
• Professional and discreet in media interactions.

What We Offer:
At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That's why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Annual Incentive Scheme
• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
• Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
• Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
• Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
• A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth

Our Commitment to You:
At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by 22nd April 2025.

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