Veterinary Assistant, Rehab
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Veterinary Assistant supports the rehabilitation team in delivering high-quality care to animals undergoing physical rehabilitation and recovery. Under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian or registered veterinary technician (RVT), the assistant helps with therapeutic exercises, rehabilitation modalities, patient handling, and daily treatment plans. The position assists technicians and therapists with underwater treadmill (UWTM) therapy and other modalities, provides basic patient care, and helps maintain clean rehabilitation rooms and functional equipment. The role calls for a compassionate, detail-oriented, adaptable person who is comfortable working hands-on with patients with varying mobility levels. Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists is part of Ethos Veterinary Health. The Hunt Valley hospital is a 45,000-square-foot specialty facility shared with several specialty services and a 24-hour emergency hospital, offering a collaborative clinical and learning environment. The position is full-time, scheduled 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday, with rotating Mondays and Fridays. Compensation is $16–$18 per hour based on experience and skill set.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, including the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the role; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in veterinary medicine or animal care is preferred.
- Experience in rehabilitation, physical therapy, or animal handling is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist technicians and therapists with underwater treadmill sessions and other rehabilitation modalities.
- Safely handle and restrain patients during therapy sessions.
- Provide competent and compassionate basic patient care.
- Monitor and report patient comfort and responses to treatments to supervising staff.
- Prepare patients for rehabilitation treatments.
- Clean and disinfect rehabilitation rooms and therapy areas.
- Maintain and help service rehabilitation equipment as necessary.
- Support veterinarians, RVTs, and therapists during evaluations and rechecks.
- Maintain accurate medical records as directed.
- Assist with general hospital duties as needed.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- CE allowance and professional development support, including free VetBloom RACE-approved continuing education access.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Retirement savings options, including a 401(k) with employer matching.
- Uniform (scrub) allowance.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Employee pet discounts.
- Life and disability insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
