Work within an elite professional sporting environment and play a vital role in maximising player availability, delivering high-performance medical care, and facilitating athlete development across our NRL and NSW Cup programs.
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The Role
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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist as our NRL Assistant & NSW Cup Lead Physiotherapist to join our football's Performance & Medical Team.
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You will report to the Head of Medical with the following responsibilities:
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Serve as the Lead Physiotherapist for the NSW Cup program
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Support the NRL medical team in delivering physiotherapy services to NRL players
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Assess, diagnose and manage player injuries
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Develop and oversee rehabilitation and return-to-play programs
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Provide medical coverage for NSW Cup training sessions and match days
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Support injury prevention, athlete monitoring and recovery initiatives
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Conduct objective testing and readiness assessments
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Collaborate with coaches, strength & conditioning staff, sports scientists and medical personnel
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Maintain accurate medical records and injury reporting processes
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Coordinate player medical handovers across Pathways, NSW Cup and NRL programs
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To be Successful in this role, you will be required to have:
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Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy
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Current AHPRA Registration
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Current CPR and First Aid Certification
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Working With Children Check
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Full Australian Driver's Licence
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Working rights in Australia
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We would love you to have:
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Sports Physiotherapy qualifications
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Sports Trainer Level 2 (or equivalent)
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And bring the following skills and experience:
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Experience working within professional sport or high-performance environments, preferably rugby league
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Demonstrated experience managing rehabilitation and return-to-play programs
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Experience providing match-day medical coverage
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary high-performance team
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High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
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Why Join the Dragons?
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As one of rugby league's most iconic clubs, the St George Illawarra Dragons are committed to excellence both on and off the field. This role offers the opportunity to:
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Work with elite athletes in a professional sporting environment
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Be part of an experienced Performance & Medical team
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Contribute directly to player performance and development
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Play a key role in supporting athlete progression from NSW Cup to NRL
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Join an organisation with a proud history and exciting future
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Employment Conditions
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Part time position (20 hours per week)
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Flexibility required, including attendance at training sessions, match days, weekends and club events
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Interstate and international travel may be required
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Compliance with NRL and Club policies, including the NRL Code of Conduct
📌 NRL Assistant & NSW Cup Lead Physiotherapist (Wollongong)
🏢 St. George Illawarra Rugby League Football Club
📍 Wollongong
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