Strength & Conditioning Coach - UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin

Strength & Conditioning Coach - UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin Location: SSC Sports Medicine Job type: Permanent Overview of role: The Sports Surgery Clinic is a World Class International Sports Surgery and Sports Medicine Hospital offering a combination of cutting edge diagnosis, surgery, rehabilitation and performance training for all, from the recreational to International athletes as inpatient and Medicine services encompass 3-Dimensional Biomechanical testing, Isokinetic dynamometry, full physiological testing including Echocardiography, Exercise stress testing and VO2 max and Wingate testing, ESWT and Platelet rich plasma preparation, and a full Strength and Conditioning training facility. Onsite Radiological imaging include 3T MRI, 64 slice CT and full plain US and Radiological Sports Medicine Department rehabilitation services encompass Physiotherapy and Strength and Conditioning to inpatients, outpatients, elite teams and international clients and be encompassed in this service. Our strength and conditioning coaches typically experience a relatively steep learning curve as regards testing and rehabilitation and so we are looking for an individual who is hungry to learn and upskill in a fast paced and driven environment. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: PrimaryResponsibilities The primary purpose of this role is todeliver the UPMC SSC's Strength and Conditioning services which will involvethe testing of, feedback to, and rehab of a wide range of patients with a rangeof injuries. This would suit a strength and conditioning coach comfortable andinterested in the developing their skill sets around biomechanics, performancetesting and rehabilitation. Broader responsibilities To deliver a high quality service of Strength and Conditioning to patients referred by UPMC SSC. To deliver Strength and Conditioning coaching to direct referrals for 1 on 1 training. To deliver the low back pain programme and other group training as required. To deliver physiological testing as required as part of fitness lab and run lab services. To ensure appropriate record keeping and electronic patient records and maintenance of good practice in data recording and evidence based medicine. To participate in developing on-going protocols and evidence based management for all common presentations to ensure standardisation of service. To attend and contribute to Strength and Conditioning and performance rehabilitation in service sessions. To participate in the Sports Medicine Department in house education programme. To produce clinically relevant scientific poster presentations at local, national and International conferences where appropriate from the Performance Rehabilitation team. To assist in any Sports Medicine Department research programmes as necessary. To attend sessions at the weekly Sports Medicine Department Clinical meeting. To provide appropriate cover for other Strength and Conditioning coaches as required. Qualifications & Experience: Essential MSc in sport science or similar. Demonstrable experience working within an interdisciplinary setting. Experience working within team/group settings. Experience working with athletes going through rehabilitation from injury. Experience working with general population. UKSCA accreditation or ability to obtain within 12 months. Desirable: Experience in run technique coaching. Experience in jump and strength profiling. EqualOpportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environmentfor all employees. At UPMC we provide a total rewards programthat is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunitiesfor all our colleagues. Compensation - Competitive pay for the work employees do - base pay, performance related payand premium pay where applicable. Benefits -Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive PensionPlan. Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission ofUPMC through our annual ACES programme. Work-Life Balance - Flexibleworking opportunities to support you to work around external familycommitments. Developmentand Career Opportunities - Opportunities for each employee to reachtheir career goals through continued learning and/or advancement. AboutUPMC UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medicalcentre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of PittsburghSchools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health throughclinical and technological innovation, research and expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care acrosscontinents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operatednetwork of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland andCroatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialtyservices of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others tomore people in more places around the world. In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital inWaterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital inClane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available atthe UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapylocations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and acrossUPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, andMayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC'sGlobal Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.