Physical Therapy Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Independence Veterinary Clinic is hiring a Physical Therapy Veterinary Technician for HealingPups, its growing physical therapy division. The clinic’s rehabilitation facility includes an underwater treadmill, laser therapy equipment, and an indoor swimming pool for therapeutic exercise, obesity management, and recreational activity. The physical therapy program is led by licensed rehabilitation veterinarians Dr. Amy Benjamin and Dr. Blair Keffer, who have experience with neurological, orthopedic, and general rehabilitation cases. The technician will support rehabilitation sessions and patient recovery, communicate with clients about progress and home care, educate clients about therapy, and maintain treatment records, equipment, and the rehabilitation facility. The role requires at least one year of veterinary technician experience and CCRT or CCAT certification, or an equivalent credential. Prior physical rehabilitation experience is preferred, though a strong interest in learning is also welcome. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM. Compensation is $24.00–$28.00 per hour, based on skills and experience, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus. Benefits listed for full-time employees include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, an employee pet discount, an employee referral bonus, and continuing education opportunities for licensed technicians.
Requirements
- At least one year of veterinary technician experience.
- CCRT or CCAT certification, or an equivalent certification.
- Skill in safe, compassionate animal handling.
- Knowledge of common disease states and the ability to recognize changes in a patient’s condition.
- Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and veterinary safety protocols.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in physical rehabilitation or a strong interest in learning.
Responsibilities
- Update owners on patient progress, home care plans, and medications; answer rehabilitation-related questions and consult with physical therapy doctors or veterinarians about more complex cases.
- Educate clients about physical therapy goals, exercises, recovery expectations, and therapy tools such as laser treatments and underwater treadmills.
- Provide a warm, friendly client experience from check-in through discharge, build trust, and promote rehabilitation services to pet owners.
- Safely assist with hydrotherapy, laser sessions, land-based exercises, and other rehabilitation techniques; monitor pets during sessions and adjust care as needed.
- Clean and maintain therapy rooms, equipment, and the rehabilitation pool, ensuring a safe and inviting environment.
- Accurately document therapy sessions and maintain clear notes on patient progress and follow-up care.
- Prepare and administer medications related to physical therapy, including pain management protocols and supplements.
- Follow safety standards and rehabilitation protocols, and apply knowledge of animal biomechanics and movement to support recovery and performance.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees.
- Retirement benefits for full-time employees.
- Paid time off for full-time employees.
- Employee pet discount.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Employee referral bonus of $1,000 for referring a new team member to one of the company’s 180+ partner hospitals.
- Continuing education opportunities for licensed technicians.
- $1,500 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
