Roles & Responsibilities
Job Description :
Assistant in Rehabilitation Therapy Session :
- Assist in aiding implementing rehabilitation therapies and treatments under the supervision of a certified veterinary rehabilitation therapist.
- Assist in rehabilitation techniques such as physical therapy, hydrotherapy, laser therapy, massage therapy, acupuncture, and exercise programs.
- Safely handle animals during rehabilitation exercises, ensuring their comfort and safety during therapy sessions.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment protocols as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
Help with initial evaluations and re-assessments by setting up animals for testing or assisting with physical assessments under the direction of the rehabilitation therapist.Provide basic instructions to educate pet owners on home care exercises, therapies, and maintenance plans.Ensure that rehabilitation equipment (e.g., treadmills, hydrotherapy pools, cold / heat packs) is functioning properly and is clean and sanitizedCollaboration with other Departments :
Collaborate with veterinarians from other departments and specialists to develop and provide guidance on rehabilitation plans.Desired skills and experience :
Strong interest and comfortable working with animals, with dedication, compassion and patience in improving pet health and qualify of life of pet through rehabilitation therapy.Experience or training in physical therapy, massage therapy, or related fields is a plus. Basic animal handling experience is preferred. Previous experience in veterinary care, physical therapy, or as a veterinary technician is helpful, but on-the-job training will be provided.Strong communication skills to interact with both team members and pet owners is highly desirable.Tell employers what skills you have
Veterinary
Physical Therapy
Treatment
Healthcare
Good Communication Skills
Animal Handling
Occupational Therapy
Communication Skills
Team Player
Customer Service
Rehabilitation