Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine

Job summary-To deliver clinical expertise in Sport and Exercise Medicine (SEM) and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medicine in the MSK Service
-To provide Consultant Leadership in the service
-Delivery of SEM-relevant clinical services in line with clinical, information governance standards and reporting requirements for Cora Health
-To work with the Service Clinical Lead on ensuring all clinical services are developed and delivered in line with Cora 10/10 clinical guidelines, clinical governance requirements and national standards as defined by relevant medical bodies
-To ensure the appropriate policies and procedures are practiced within MSK services to comply with internal and external standards, and where appropriate any legislative and statutory requirements
-To contribute to a positive image and culture within Cora Health MSK services and nationally, visible to both internal and external stakeholders
-To contribute positively to Business Development opportunities in the Wolverhampton
-To work with Cora Health's wider SEM Consultant team to develop the SEM role in the organisation including potentially Health and Wellbeing innovations as well as MSK clinical practice
Main duties of the jobAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and forward-thinking Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine (SEM) to join our new Integrated Care System (ICS)-wide Musculoskeletal and Pain Service across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of integrated musculoskeletal care within an innovative and evolving service. As a senior clinical leader, you will combine expert clinical practice with leadership, education and service development, helping to deliver outstanding patient care while influencing the future direction of MSK and Pain services across the ICS.
Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team alongside Advanced Practice Physiotherapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and other MSK specialists, you will provide expert assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal presentations. You will play a pivotal role in supporting clinical decision-making, developing innovative models of care and delivering evidence-based practice that improves patient outcomes, enhances patient experience and reduces unwarranted variation across the system.
This role offers the opportunity to practise the full breadth of modern Sport and Exercise Medicine, combining advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, image-guided interventions, education, clinical leadership and service development within an integrated community-based service. About usCora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services. We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward.DetailsDate posted22 September 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
80,761 to 130,761 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference numberBLMK9Job locationsCora Health GroupMilton KeynesBuckinghamshireMK6 4NGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesConsultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine
Part / Full Time
Permanent
80,761 - 130,761 pro rata commensurate with experience
Location: Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) MSK and Pain Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and forward-thinking Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine (SEM) to join our new Integrated Care System (ICS)-wide Musculoskeletal and Pain Service across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of integrated musculoskeletal care within an innovative and evolving service. As a senior clinical leader, you will combine expert clinical practice with leadership, education and service development, helping to deliver outstanding patient care while influencing the future direction of MSK and Pain services across the ICS.
Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team alongside Advanced Practice Physiotherapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and other MSK specialists, you will provide expert assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal presentations. You will play a pivotal role in supporting clinical decision-making, developing innovative models of care and delivering evidence-based practice that improves patient outcomes, enhances patient experience and reduces unwarranted variation across the system.
This role offers the opportunity to practise the full breadth of modern Sport and Exercise Medicine, combining advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, image-guided interventions, education, clinical leadership and service development within an integrated community-based service.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine with:
Advanced expertise in the assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Expertise in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound as an extension of clinical examination and clinical decision-making.
Experience in ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal interventions.
Formal musculoskeletal ultrasound accreditation (for example Royal College of Radiologists, CASE-accredited or equivalent).
Excellent clinical reasoning and confidence in managing complex diagnostic presentations.
A passion for clinical education, mentorship and the development of the multidisciplinary workforce.
A commitment to service innovation, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
Excellent communication, leadership and collaborative working skills.
As part of this exciting new service, you will have the opportunity to:
Help shape the future delivery of musculoskeletal and pain services across an ambitious ICS-wide model of care.
Deliver expert clinical assessment and management for patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions requiring specialist medical input.
Utilise diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound and image-guided interventions to enhance patient assessment and treatment.
Provide clinical leadership, supervision and mentorship to Advanced Practice Physiotherapists, Physiotherapists and Sport and Exercise Medicine Registrars.
Develop and deliver education programmes that enhance musculoskeletal assessment, clinical reasoning and ultrasound skills across the multidisciplinary workforce.
Lead and contribute to quality improvement, service evaluation, research and innovation projects that deliver measurable benefits for patients and the wider healthcare system.
Work collaboratively with primary care, orthopaedics, rheumatology, pain services and wider system partners to develop integrated pathways that improve access, reduce unnecessary hospital referrals and enhance patient outcomes.
A key aspect of the role will be building strong and effective partnerships across the healthcare community. You will work closely with Orthopaedic and Rheumatology Consultants, General Practitioners, Pain Specialists and other system partners to support seamless patient pathways and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an SEM Consultant who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, developing others and helping to redefine how musculoskeletal medicine is delivered within an integrated healthcare system. Joining Cora Health at this exciting stage of service development will give you the opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients, colleagues and the future of community-based musculoskeletal care.
Why join Cora Health?
At Cora Health, we are committed to creating an environment where clinicians can thrive professionally while delivering exceptional patient care. We invest in our people, support career development and foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and innovation.
A culture of clinical excellence
Patient-centred, biopsychosocial approach to care
Evidence-informed clinical practice
Shared decision-making and patient empowerment
Strong emphasis on clinical reasoning and reflective practice
High-quality clinical supervision and peer support
Access to evidence-based clinical pathways and decision-support tools
Professional development
Minimum of 5% protected professional development time (pro rata)
Full access to the Connect Clinical Education Academy, including live and on-demand educational content
Coaching and mentoring from experienced clinicians
Internal conferences, study days and educational events
Competency-based career development framework
Opportunities to teach, mentor and contribute to service innovation
Emergency clinical on-call rota for additional clinical exposure and support
Employee benefits
Up to 30 days annual leave , plus public holidays (pro rata)
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive employer pension contribution
Salary sacrifice schemes
Reimbursement of medical indemnity fees
Employee Assistance Programme
Online employee discounts portal
Performance-related reward scheme
Regular team-building events and away days

Job description
Job responsibilitiesConsultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine
Part / Full Time
Permanent
80,761 - 130,761 pro rata commensurate with experience
Location: Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) MSK and Pain Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and forward-thinking Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine (SEM) to join our new Integrated Care System (ICS)-wide Musculoskeletal and Pain Service across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of integrated musculoskeletal care within an innovative and evolving service. As a senior clinical leader, you will combine expert clinical practice with leadership, education and service development, helping to deliver outstanding patient care while influencing the future direction of MSK and Pain services across the ICS.
Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team alongside Advanced Practice Physiotherapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and other MSK specialists, you will provide expert assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal presentations. You will play a pivotal role in supporting clinical decision-making, developing innovative models of care and delivering evidence-based practice that improves patient outcomes, enhances patient experience and reduces unwarranted variation across the system.
This role offers the opportunity to practise the full breadth of modern Sport and Exercise Medicine, combining advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, image-guided interventions, education, clinical leadership and service development within an integrated community-based service.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine with:
Advanced expertise in the assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Expertise in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound as an extension of clinical examination and clinical decision-making.
Experience in ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal interventions.
Formal musculoskeletal ultrasound accreditation (for example Royal College of Radiologists, CASE-accredited or equivalent).
Excellent clinical reasoning and confidence in managing complex diagnostic presentations.
A passion for clinical education, mentorship and the development of the multidisciplinary workforce.
A commitment to service innovation, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
Excellent communication, leadership and collaborative working skills.
As part of this exciting new service, you will have the opportunity to:
Help shape the future delivery of musculoskeletal and pain services across an ambitious ICS-wide model of care.
Deliver expert clinical assessment and management for patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions requiring specialist medical input.
Utilise diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound and image-guided interventions to enhance patient assessment and treatment.
Provide clinical leadership, supervision and mentorship to Advanced Practice Physiotherapists, Physiotherapists and Sport and Exercise Medicine Registrars.
Develop and deliver education programmes that enhance musculoskeletal assessment, clinical reasoning and ultrasound skills across the multidisciplinary workforce.
Lead and contribute to quality improvement, service evaluation, research and innovation projects that deliver measurable benefits for patients and the wider healthcare system.
Work collaboratively with primary care, orthopaedics, rheumatology, pain services and wider system partners to develop integrated pathways that improve access, reduce unnecessary hospital referrals and enhance patient outcomes.
A key aspect of the role will be building strong and effective partnerships across the healthcare community. You will work closely with Orthopaedic and Rheumatology Consultants, General Practitioners, Pain Specialists and other system partners to support seamless patient pathways and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an SEM Consultant who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, developing others and helping to redefine how musculoskeletal medicine is delivered within an integrated healthcare system. Joining Cora Health at this exciting stage of service development will give you the opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients, colleagues and the future of community-based musculoskeletal care.
Why join Cora Health?
At Cora Health, we are committed to creating an environment where clinicians can thrive professionally while delivering exceptional patient care. We invest in our people, support career development and foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and innovation.
A culture of clinical excellence
Patient-centred, biopsychosocial approach to care
Evidence-informed clinical practice
Shared decision-making and patient empowerment
Strong emphasis on clinical reasoning and reflective practice
High-quality clinical supervision and peer support
Access to evidence-based clinical pathways and decision-support tools
Professional development
Minimum of 5% protected professional development time (pro rata)
Full access to the Connect Clinical Education Academy, including live and on-demand educational content
Coaching and mentoring from experienced clinicians
Internal conferences, study days and educational events
Competency-based career development framework
Opportunities to teach, mentor and contribute to service innovation
Emergency clinical on-call rota for additional clinical exposure and support
Employee benefits
Up to 30 days annual leave , plus public holidays (pro rata)
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive employer pension contribution
Salary sacrifice schemes
Reimbursement of medical indemnity fees
Employee Assistance Programme
Online employee discounts portal
Performance-related reward scheme
Regular team-building events and away days
Person Specification
Qualifications
DesirablePGCert, PCDiploma or MSc in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Experience
DesirableExperience in presenting clinical material at meetings and conferences
Person Specification

Qualifications
DesirablePGCert, PCDiploma or MSc in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Experience
DesirableExperience in presenting clinical material at meetings and conferences Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
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Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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