Physiotherapist

**Job Description** **Physiotherapist – Sports \& Rehabilitation** **Company:** Relief Medical \& Nursing Services **Location:** Doha, Qatar **Work Location:** Gym / Fitness Facility / Clinic / Home\-care **Employment Type:** Full\-Time **Department:** Physiotherapy / Rehabilitation Services **Job Summary** Relief Medical \& Nursing Services is seeking an experienced and motivated **Physiotherapist specialising in sports injuries and musculoskeletal rehabilitation** to provide physiotherapy services. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of sports\-related and musculoskeletal injuries. The Physiotherapist will work closely with gym members, athletes, trainers and other healthcare professionals to help clients recover from injuries, improve mobility and safely return to sport and physical activity. The successful candidate should be confident working independently in a gym\-based clinical environment and have practical experience in **sports rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, injury prevention and sports taping techniques**. **Key Responsibilities** * Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for clients presenting with sports, exercise\-related and musculoskeletal injuries. * Develop individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans based on clinical assessment and client goals. * Treat common sports injuries including muscle strains, ligament injuries, joint injuries, tendinopathies, sprains and overuse injuries. * Provide rehabilitation for knee, shoulder, ankle, hip, back and other musculoskeletal conditions. * Design progressive strengthening, mobility, flexibility and functional rehabilitation programmes. * Guide clients through safe return\-to\-sport and return\-to\-training programmes. * Perform appropriate manual therapy techniques where clinically indicated. * Apply sports taping techniques, including: * Kinesiology taping * Athletic / rigid taping * Joint\-support taping * Injury\-prevention taping * Educate clients on injury prevention, posture, body mechanics, recovery and safe exercise techniques. * Conduct functional movement and mobility assessments. * Work closely with personal trainers and fitness professionals to ensure rehabilitation programmes are safely integrated with gym training. * Advise trainers regarding exercise modifications for injured or recovering clients where appropriate. * Monitor client progress and modify rehabilitation programmes according to clinical response. * Identify conditions requiring further medical investigation and refer clients to physicians or specialists when necessary. * Maintain accurate and confidential clinical documentation and progress notes. * Follow infection\-control, patient\-safety and professional healthcare standards. * Maintain professional boundaries and comply with Relief Medical \& Nursing Services policies and procedures. * Participate in injury\-prevention initiatives, workshops or educational sessions for gym members where required. **Required Qualifications** * Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy from a recognised institution. * Valid or eligible professional licence to practise as a Physiotherapist in the State of Qatar. * Minimum **2–3 years of physiotherapy experience**, preferably within: * Sports rehabilitation * Orthopaedics * Musculoskeletal physiotherapy * Sports clubs * Fitness centres or gyms * Demonstrated experience treating sports and exercise\-related injuries. * Strong practical knowledge of rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise. * Experience with sports and kinesiology taping techniques. **Preferred Skills \& Experience** Preference will be given to candidates with experience or certification in: * Sports Physiotherapy * Sports Injury Rehabilitation * Manual Therapy * Kinesiology Taping * Athletic / Sports Taping * Dry Needling * Myofascial Release * Functional Movement Assessment * Strength and Conditioning * Post\-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation * Return\-to\-Sport Testing **Key Competencies** The successful candidate should demonstrate: * Strong clinical assessment and reasoning skills. * Excellent knowledge of sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions. * Ability to develop practical, gym\-based rehabilitation programmes. * Strong understanding of exercise prescription and biomechanics. * Confidence working alongside personal trainers and fitness professionals. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to motivate clients throughout the rehabilitation process. * Professionalism and strong patient\-care standards. * Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. * Strong organisational and clinical documentation skills. **Typical Conditions Managed** The Physiotherapist should be comfortable managing conditions such as: * ACL and knee injuries * Meniscal injuries * Ankle sprains * Shoulder injuries * Rotator cuff conditions * Tennis and golfer's elbow * Muscle strains and tears * Hamstring injuries * Groin injuries * Tendinopathies * Lower\-back pain * Neck and postural conditions * Running\-related injuries * Overuse injuries * Sports\-related joint and muscle pain * Post\-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation **Working Environment** The Physiotherapist will primarily be based within a gym / fitness facility and will provide physiotherapy and rehabilitation services to gym members and other approved clients. The role requires close coordination with personal trainers, fitness coaches and Relief Medical \& Nursing Services' operations team and management while maintaining the Physiotherapist's independent professional and clinical responsibilities. Application Question(s): * What certifications do you have? * Are you a male or female? Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Physiotherapy: 3 years (Required) Work Location: In person