Physiotherapist Position – Sports Performance

The Sport, Exercise Medicine and Lifestyle Institute (SEMLI) at the University of Pretoria is a centre of excellence in applied sport science, athlete performance, and research. We are seeking a highly motivated Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary team and contribute to the rehabilitation, performance optimisation, and wellbeing of elite athletes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, treat, and rehabilitate patients presenting a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and physical impairments.
• Provide evidence-based physiotherapy interventions for individuals of all activity levels, from general population to high-performance athletes.
• Collaborate closely with coaches, sport scientists, and medical staff to support optimal health, recovery, and injury prevention.
• Develop and implement individualised rehabilitation and return-to-function or return-to-play programmes.
• Contribute to research initiatives and mentor University of Pretoria students in applied physiotherapy practice.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physiotherapy, with valid HPCSA registration for private practice.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in sports physiotherapy or high-performance environments.
• First aid and/or basic life support certification.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Postgraduate qualification in sports physiotherapy or related field.
• Experience treating a broad range of patients, including both general and athletic populations.
• Familiarity with rehabilitation, injury prevention, and performance assessment tools.

Contract and Remuneration:

• Locum Agreement with a remuneration structure between yourself and the Company.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a high-performance, research-led environment.

Application Process:

Qualified candidates should submit a comprehensive CV and Cover Letter to hr-hub@semli.co.za.

SEMLI reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised.