Senior Sports Physiotherapist
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About the Role
We are expanding our high-performance sports rehabilitation team in Jeddah and are seeking an experienced, elite-level Senior Sports Physiotherapist to lead advanced athlete recovery and injury prevention programs.
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Overview
We are expanding our high-performance sports rehabilitation team in Jeddah and are seeking an experienced, elite-level Senior Sports Physiotherapist to lead advanced athlete recovery and injury prevention programs.
If you have a proven track record of working with professional athletes, sports federations, or elite clinical setups, this is your opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a highly dynamic clinical team.
Core Responsibilities
Elite Athlete Care: Design, implement, and supervise comprehensive, evidence-based sports rehabilitation programs for professional athletes and high-performance individuals.
Clinical Leadership: Mentor and guide a team of junior and mid-level physiotherapists, fostering a culture of continuous clinical education.
Advanced Diagnostics: Utilize advanced biomechanical, load monitoring, and athletic performance technology to optimize return-to-play timelines safely.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate directly with referring physicians, team coaches, and sports federations (including elite football and basketball clubs) to deliver unified care.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy is required; a Master's degree or specialized Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy/Sports Medicine is highly preferred.
Licensing: Must possess a valid license from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) as a Senior Physiotherapist (or be fully eligible for immediate transfer/classification).
Experience
A minimum of 5 to 7 years of clinical experience, with at least 3 years dedicated explicitly to elite sports rehabilitation or high-performance athletic centers.
Skills
Exceptional clinical reasoning, deep understanding of sports-specific biomechanics, excellent leadership capabilities, and strong communication skills in English (Arabic is a major plus).
What We Offer
- Competitive tax-free salary package with performance incentives.
- Access to state-of-the-art rehabilitation facilities and diagnostic machinery.
- Clear path for professional growth and clinical management leadership.
- Continuous medical education support.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates residing in KSA are invited to send their updated CV and copy of SCFHS license to: jobs@emc.med.sa
with the subject line: Application: Physiotherapist – Jeddah.
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