Job Description

Job Summary

The Consultant Sports Medicine Physician is responsible for providing specialized diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions for athletes and physically active individuals. The role focuses on injury prevention, performance optimization, non-surgical management, return-to-play assessments, and multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver world-class patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions through comprehensive clinical assessment, functional evaluation, and fitness-for-sport screening.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans, including return-to-play decisions and concussion management.
• Perform sports medicine procedures such as injections and ultrasound-guided interventions where indicated.
• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and patient safety standards.
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, radiologists, nutritionists, and sports scientists for integrated patient care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate athletes, coaches, and healthcare professionals on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization.
• Engage in research, audits, continuing medical education, and mentorship of junior medical and allied health staff.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Completion of approved residency training.
• Fellowship or Board Certification in Sports Medicine, Sport & Exercise Medicine, Family Medicine with Sports Medicine Fellowship, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation with Sports Medicine specialization, or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of post-board/fellowship experience as a Consultant in Sports Medicine.
• Experience managing elite athletes, professional sports teams, and active populations is preferred.
• Expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound and image-guided procedures is highly desirable.
• Eligibility for Consultant licensure with the Qatar healthcare regulatory authority.
• Valid professional registration and good standing certificate.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of sports injuries and musculoskeletal medicine.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Expertise in rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Leadership, teaching, and mentoring capabilities.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, research, and continuous professional development.