At Manchester United, our focus is to create a high-performance environment where everyone can be their best, working together towards our common goal of football success. We believe the key to achieving this goal is connection and collaboration. Everyone coming together, working from one of our Manchester United office locations every working day to share skills, knowledge and ideas, building on the best of what we already do and looking at where we need to change and innovate.

We are committed to the continual growth and development of colleagues through access to skills platforms such as LinkedIn Learning. We also offer a range of wellbeing support, including an employee assistance programme, access to health checks, digital GPs & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace, enhanced family leave, plus schemes such as Cycle 2 Work and holiday purchasing, where you can buy up to 10 extra days of additional leave. You’ll have access to a complimentary lunch and parking every day, alongside gym facilities and regular colleague socials.

From a reward perspective, in recognition of high performance, all colleagues are entitled to an annual performance bonus. As a member of our team, you’ll also gain access to an exclusive range of club and partner discounts via our benefits platform, United Rewards

The Purpose:

Reporting to the Head of Sports Medicine, the Hybrid Club Doctor will support the Senior Doctors for the Manchester United’s Academy, Women’s Team (Professional & Developmental), and First Team, providing exceptional care to our elite athletes.

The Role:

Support the Senior Women’s Team Doctor, Senior First Team Doctor, and Senior Academy Doctor.
Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage player injuries.
Handle daily medical issues and presentations in the medical and physiotherapy room.
Use ultrasound confidently for monitoring injuries.
Provide pitch-side cover at Carrington training ground for training sessions and occasionally serve as the tunnel doctor at Old Trafford.
Manage and follow up on referrals to specialists and consultants outside the club.
Attend match days and tours, occasionally working unsociable hours.
Provide medical support and cover for Academy, First team, and Women’s Team matches.
Liaise effectively with the Head Physiotherapist and Physiotherapy teams.
Coordinate with Football Management and Support staff.
Adhere to Clinical Governance processes in player healthcare matters in accordance with UK professional practice standards.
Undertake any other duties or projects as directed by the Head of Sports Medicine or Senior First Team Doctors.
Play an instrumental role in developing protocols for specific areas such as concussion and emergency action plans at Carrington training ground and the stadium.
Attend player clinic appointments for operations, interventions, and examinations both in the UK and abroad.
Record all clinical notes on the athlete medical system and audit the use of medication at the club.
Contribute to and develop governance practices around the training ground.
Provide guidance and support regarding doping regulations and whereabouts for the relevant teams.

The Person:

Proven experience in general medical practice and sports medicine.
Extensive experience providing medical services to elite sports teams.
Demonstrated ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines.
High standards of accuracy and quality-driven.
Skilled at integrating into a multidisciplinary medical team and liaising with administrative and player support departments.
Effective communicator, ensuring alignment on medical decisions across departments.
Methodical with strong planning and organisational skills; maintains discretion at all times.
Strong work ethic with a positive, energetic, and proactive attitude; solution-oriented.
Calm and measured under pressure.
Flexible and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
Resilient in high-pressure situations and adept at making difficult decisions.
Takes responsibility and resolves issues effectively and swiftly.
Proficient in computer use, familiar with Microsoft Office or similar software.

Sound interesting? If you'd like to submit your application, please do so by Wendesday 7th August.

Hybrid Club Doctor – Women’s Team, Academy and First Team