Casual Academy Therapist in Wigan - EFL (English Football League)

About The Role

To contribute to the match day provision of medical services throughout the Academy age groups. This role will involve pre-match player preparations, pitch side first aid and post-match athlete care.

• Provide pitch side first aid cover at designated weekend academy fixtures.

• Provide pitch side cover at academy coaching sessions

• Carry out on pitch and pitch side assessments and deliver appropriate treatment to injured players.

• Liaise with the Academy coaching team and Academy medical staff regarding the medical status of Academy players and any injuries sustained during games.

• Liaise with Parents to pass on any relevant medical information concerning athletes under your care.

• Communicate effectively with all team members regarding squad availability, injury status and rehabilitation progress.

• Report back to the Head of Academy Medicine regarding assessments and treatment provided.

About The Candidate

Qualifications:(Essential)

· A degree in Sport Rehabilitation, Sports therapy and/or Physiotherapy Intermediate Trauma Medical Management in Football (ITMMiF) qualification.

· Full clean driving license

Experience: (Essential)

· Previous experience working in a sports environment.

Experience of a range of Musculoskeletal conditions related to young athletes.

· Previous experience of implementing rehabilitation programmes concerning injured athletes.

· Experience providing pitch side Emergency First aid.

(Desirable)

· Experience of working with young athletes, preferably in professional football.

Knowledge, skills and qualities:

(Essential)

· Have excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills with other department members and coaching staff.

· Willing to work flexible and unsocial hours including evenings and weekends.

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