Sports Medicine Physician

Sports Medicine PhysicianLongevity, Performance & Healthy AgeingLocation: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesEmployer: Emirates European Medical Centre LLCJoin the Future of Sports Medicine and LongevityEmirates European Medical Centre (EEMC) is an established healthcare organisation in Dubai with a strong reputation for patient-centred care.As part of our continued growth, we are launching a new dedicated Longevity Medicine Centre focused on preventive medicine, health optimisation, physical performance and enhancing health-span.We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Sports Medicine Physician to join this exciting new venture.This is an exceptional opportunity for a physician who believes that maintaining strength, mobility, fitness and physical capacity is fundamental to healthy ageing.The role will extend beyond the traditional treatment of sports injuries. You will work with active individuals and athletes to prevent injury, optimise physical performance, maintain musculoskeletal health and support lifelong participation in exercise and sport.About the RoleThe Sports Medicine Physician will play an important role within our Longevity Centre, providing specialist assessment and management of patients ranging from recreationally active adults to high-performing athletes.You will assess musculoskeletal health, physical performance, injury risk and exercise capacity, and develop personalised strategies to help patients remain active, strong and physically capable throughout their lives.The role will also involve close collaboration with the Centre's physicians and allied health professionals, together with appropriate cross-referral to EEMC's established multidisciplinary clinic, which provides chiropractic, physiotherapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine and rehabilitation services.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive sports medicine and musculoskeletal assessments.Diagnose and manage acute and chronic sports and exercise-related injuries.Assess injury risk, movement patterns, strength, mobility and physical function.Develop personalised treatment, rehabilitation and injury-prevention programmes.Provide evidence-based exercise and physical activity prescriptions.Support patients returning safely to sport and exercise following injury or surgery.Work with athletes and active individuals to optimise performance while reducing injury risk.Assess and manage common musculoskeletal conditions affecting active adults, including tendinopathies, joint pain, muscle injuries and overuse injuries.Support healthy ageing through the preservation of strength, mobility, balance, cardiovascular fitness and physical capacity.Provide guidance around training load, recovery and appropriate progression of exercise.Collaborate with physiotherapists, chiropractors, exercise professionals, nutrition specialists and other healthcare practitioners as appropriate.Identify patients who may benefit from additional medical investigation, laboratory testing or specialist referral.Monitor patient progress using objective functional and performance measures.Contribute to the development of sports medicine, exercise medicine and performance services within the new Longevity Centre.Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) requirements.Sports Medicine Within LongevityWe believe that physical capacity is a key component of health-span.Our aim is not simply to help patients recover from injury, but to help them remain active and physically capable for as long as possible.The successful candidate will therefore work with patients across a broad age range, including those who want to:Continue playing sport as they get older.Improve strength, fitness and physical performance.Prevent injuries and reduce recurrent injuries.Return to running, cycling, golf, tennis, padel and other sports.Maintain muscle mass and physical function with age.Improve mobility and movement quality.Build resilience and physical capacity.Remain independent and active later in life.Essential RequirementsDHA Licence or Eligibility Letter appropriate to the position.Recognised postgraduate qualification in Sports Medicine, Sports & Exercise Medicine or another relevant specialty, as appropriate to DHA licensing requirements.Minimum five years' post-qualification clinical experience.Strong clinical knowledge of sports medicine and musculoskeletal conditions.Excellent diagnostic, communication and interpersonal skills.Commitment to evidence-based and patient-centred care.Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.Desirable ExperienceWe would particularly welcome candidates with experience in:Sports and Exercise MedicineMusculoskeletal MedicineExercise PrescriptionInjury PreventionSports PerformanceReturn-to-Sport RehabilitationRunning MedicineStrength and ConditioningExercise PhysiologyHealthy Ageing and Health-spanMetabolic HealthSports NutritionMusculoskeletal ultrasoundUltrasound-guided proceduresRegenerative medicine and orthobiologics, where appropriately trained and licensedExperience working with athletes, professional sports organisations, sports clubs or high-performance environments would be advantageous.The Ideal CandidateWe are looking for a physician who:Is passionate about sport, exercise and human performance.Understands the importance of physical activity in preventing disease and maintaining health-span.Enjoys working with both athletes and everyday active individuals.Takes a proactive approach to injury prevention rather than simply treating injuries when they occur.Is interested in the science of healthy ageing and maintaining physical capacity throughout life.Has excellent consultation and patient communication skills.Builds strong, long-term relationships with patients.Is innovative, curious and committed to continuous professional development.Enjoys working within a multidisciplinary team.Is excited by the opportunity to help develop a new model of Sports Medicine within a Longevity Centre.Why Join Emirates European Medical Centre?Be part of the launch of a new Longevity Medicine Centre in Dubai.Help shape an innovative approach to Sports Medicine that integrates performance with long-term health.Work with motivated patients who are committed to maintaining their health and physical capabilities.Opportunity to develop new sports medicine and exercise medicine programmes.Collaborate with an established multidisciplinary healthcare organisation.Opportunities for appropriate cross-referral with EEMC's existing chiropractic, physiotherapy and TCM practitioners.Competitive remuneration package.Professional development opportunities.Opportunity to play a significant role in the growth and development of the new Centre.About Emirates European Medical CentreEmirates European Medical Centre is an established healthcare organisation in Dubai, committed to delivering high-quality, personalised and patient-centred care.Building on our years of experience in multidisciplinary healthcare, EEMC is now expanding into Longevity, Functional Medicine and Preventive Healthcare through a new dedicated Centre.Our vision is to help people not only live longer, but to remain stronger, fitter, more mobile and physically capable for longer.If you are a Sports Medicine Physician who shares our vision and is excited by the opportunity to help redefine the role of Sports Medicine within modern longevity care, we would love to hear from you.To apply, please submit your CV together with a covering letter outlining your clinical experience, areas of expertise and interest in Sports Medicine, Exercise Medicine and Longevity.