Rehabilitation Technician
About The Position
Furlong’s Rehabilitation Center has an immediate opening for the role of Rehabilitation Technician. The Rehabilitation Center supports B.W. Furlong & Associates and Equine MRI of New Jersey, to offer a comprehensive approach to rehabilitating equine athletes. Led by a board certified veterinary specialist, our rehab team takes an active approach to rehabilitation to promote soundness of the horse’s body and mind. This position is ideal for someone who has an interest and/or background in equine rehabilitation, either through formal education, or a lifetime of experience caring for horses in performance barns. Each Rehab Technician is well versed in every aspect and component of treatments, from prepping patients, providing therapeutic services, monitoring and reporting progress, and contributing to a professional and relaxing environment. The ideal candidate has exceptional horsemanship skills from having worked with a number of horses. They will enjoy working with a team, learning something new every day, and will have a passion for providing world class care for our patients and clients. We are happy to teach technical skills for those that possess these traits.
Requirements
- Exceptional horse handling skills
- Extensive background in equine care
- Capable of handling patient emergency situations
- Exceptional time management and multitasking skills
- Skilled in clear, concise communication
- Technologically proficient
- An outstanding team attitude and work ethic
- Independent, quick-thinker, self-motivated, and a fast learner
- Capable of heavy lifting (50 lbs), including hay bales, feed bags, and muck buckets
- Willing to learn to drive equipment, including, but not limited to tractors and truck with trailer
Nice To Haves
- Rehab background is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist with rehabilitation services including, but not limited to, laser therapy, FES, therapeutic ultrasound, e-stim and TENS, cryotherapy, hand walking/grazing, and prepare horses for treatments on equipment
- Track care and treatment in detailed and accurate medical records
- Handling of horses including hand walking, hand grazing and basic restraint.
- Ensure safe handling of patients in all aspects of care and handling (including administering sedation orally, IM or IV, as necessary)
- Provide general care of horses, including, but not limited to, grooming, feeding, occasional mucking out, turnout and hand grazing
- Assist in daily barn chores and help maintain orderly and sanitary patient conditions, including disinfecting stalls
- Assist in care and maintenance of rehab facilities including equipment and treatment areas
- Stock necessary equipment and supplies
- Assist with the care of any horses on property, including, but not limited to, stallions, mares and foals
- Assist the hospital team as a Hospital Assistant with hospital and imaging patients as needed
- Perform ambulatory duties as needed
- Additional responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Student loan repayment program
- 401k with 3% employer contribution
- Profit sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long Term Disability insurance
- License and association membership fees
- CE annual allowance with paid time off
- Logo wear
- Discounted veterinary products and services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
