Lead Academy Doctor

Lead Academy Doctor - Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game

At Al-Qadsiah Club we’re creating more than teams—we’re crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations while shaping the future of Saudi sports.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you’ll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation’s sports vision, and making history every step of the way.

Overview:

As the Lead Academy Doctor at Al-Qadsiah Club, you will lead the medical provision for all academy players, ensuring high standards of care, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. Your leadership will be vital in shaping a safe, healthy, and high-performance environment for our young athletes while coordinating closely with other medical and performance staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management

• Lead the delivery of medical services in consultation with the Academy Technical Director
• Establish and maintain administrative and communication systems for efficient medical service
• Oversee clinic operations, including management of equipment, supplies, and orders
• Guide and supervise the Academy Physiotherapists, ensuring high-quality care plans
• Review and evaluate return-to-play rehabilitation programs for alignment with best practices

Medical Assessments and Interventions

• Coordinate hospital transfers and ensure timely medical interventions
• Conduct screenings and assessments for all Academy players
• Provide emergency care during matches and training sessions
• Design and implement injury prevention strategies across age groups

Collaboration

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary departments to foster a safe and supportive environment
• Maintain clear, empathetic communication with players and families
• Serve as a liaison between the Academy and external medical providers

Other

• Support departmental disciplinary processes when required
• Ensure CPD standards and training compliance across the medical team
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Academy Technical Director

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Master’s Degree in Sports Science, Medicine or a related area

Desirable:

• PhD in Sports Science, Medicine, or related specialization
• Additional specializations in areas such as Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Radiology, Nutrition, or Biomechanics
• FIFA Guardian safeguarding qualification

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

• Significant experience in a medical leadership role within professional sport, ideally football
• Proven expertise in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sports injuries
• Experience leading and managing medical teams and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Skilled in ultrasound imaging and ultrasound-guided procedures
• Deep understanding of rehabilitation and return-to-play processes
• Proven ability to work with elite athletes in a high-performance setting
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments
• Fluent in English; Arabic and Spanish are an advantage

Desirable:

• Previous professional experience in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East

Why Join Al-Qadsiah?

• Be Part of the Legacy: Join a club that’s redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence.
• Experience the Culture: Thrive in an environment that values quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony—this is the Qadsiah Way .

The Executives in Sport Group are retained on behalf of Al Qadsiah SC to make this appointment. All direct applications and CVs will be forwarded to The Executives in Sport Group.

If this role is of interest, then please press the apply button and include a copy of your CV.