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Physiotherapist (m/f/d)

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Become part of the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 Organising Committee (OC) team and help us to create an unforgettable FISU WORLD UNIVERSITY GAMES.
 
SUMMER CUM LAUDE*
A summer with distinction.
 
In 2025, the world will come to the Rhine and Ruhr region to celebrate sport, science and culture. Up to 8,500 athletes and officials from around 150 nations will compete in six cities for 12 days - in 18 different sports. Standards are set here - where the densest university landscape in Europe meets the most sports clubs in Germany, in one exceptionally sport-loving region. 
 
In short:
The perfect place for the FISU WORLD UNIVERSITY GAMES!
And the perfect place for you.
 
To strengthen our team, we are looking within the period from 13 to 25 July 2025 for a
 
Physiotherapist (m/f/d)
 
In freelance work (fee-for-service contract) for the implementing company of the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games
temporary contract from 13 to 25 July 2025
 
The position is located within the Medical Services department. As a physiotherapist you play an important role for the heath and performance of the athletes.  

We are hiring for the following locations and sports:
  • Berlin: Diving, Swimming, Volleyball 
  • Essen: Tennis, Archery, Basketball, Judo, Fencing, Taekwondo, Tabletennis, Artistic and Rhymthmic Gymnastics 
  • Duisburg: Rowing, Beachvolleyball, Waterpolo
  • Bochum: Athletics, 3x3 Basketball, 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball 
  • Mülheim: Badminton
The exact dates vary depending on the location and sport. 

Following tasks are your main focus:

  • Treatments to prevent injuries, in particular through targeted taping to support and stabilize joints and muscles
  • Immediate initial treatment of acute injuries such as sprains, strains or bruises that occur during competitions
  • Carrying out therapeutic measures to relieve pain and promote recovery after injuries.
  • Supporting the athlete's regeneration through targeted massages, cold and heat applications and other manual techniques to relax the muscles
  • Close co-operation and coordination with emergency services and medical specialists in the event of emergencies and special medical requirements

You bring the following skills & knowledge with you:

  • Completed degree as a physiotherapist
  • Experience in treating sports injuries and working with athletes 
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
  • High level of flexibility and an engaging manner
  • Basic knowledge of English
To cover any claims for damages, it is also necessary to have your own professional liability insurance.

Besides a unique team & great emotions, we offer:

  • A diverse & exciting job at the world's largest multi-sport event in 2025
  • Direct contact with participating professional athletes
  • Insights into the organization of a major sporting event
  • Tickets for the event for friends and family
  • Clothing and catering
 
The work is remunerated with a net hourly wage of EUR 20. Any travelling expenses incurred during the assignment will be reimbursed in accordance with the provisions of the North Rhine-Westphalia State Travel Expenses Act.
 
We are more than just an ordinary major sporting event. That's why we want you in your uniqueness, just as you are, with all your facets. With us, everyone can be who they want to be and who they are.   
 
We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. Applications from people with disabilities will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified. As an implementing agency, we strive to specifically promote women for management positions. Therefore, women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Then we should get to know each other!
 
Please send us your application documents (CV, letter of motivation and training certificate) stating your earliest possible start date by 30.11.2024 via our application tool. For organizational inquiries, you can reach us by email at careers@rhineruhr2025.com. For technical questions you can reach out to celina.schenk@rhineruhr2025.com.
 
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