What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehab Veterinary Technician position at Neel Veterinary Hospital?
Description
The Veterinary Rehabilitation Technician supports veterinarians in the physical rehabilitation of animals, primarily dogs and cats, by administering prescribed treatments, maintaining detailed records, and providing exceptional patient care. This role combines technical veterinary skills with physical therapy techniques to help animals recover from injury, surgery, or manage chronic conditions.
Here is What Your day May Consist of:
- Assist veterinarians in developing and implementing rehabilitation treatment plans
- Perform rehabilitation therapies such as: Laser therapy, underwater treadmill therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, electrical stimulation (e-stim), range-of-motion and stretching exercises, massage and manual therapy, monitor and document patient progress, behavior, and response to therapy
- Educate and guide pet owners on at-home exercises, post-treatment care, and recovery goals.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:
- Registered Veterinary Technician preferred or equivalent experience in a veterinary clinical setting
- Certification in Canine Rehabilitation (e.g., CCRP, CCRA, CCRVT)
- Experience in veterinary physical therapy or rehabilitation is highly desirable
- Strong animal handling skills and an empathetic, calm demeanor
- Excellent communication and client education abilities
- Physical ability to lift and support animals of various sizes and conditions.
Here is What We Will Offer You:
- Exceptional compensation
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
- Retirement: 401(K) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Training and career development
- Paid license fees and dues
- Generous CE allowance
- Paid VTS specialization
Ready for your next adventure to live your best veterinary lifestyle? Apply today!
About Neel Veterinary Hospital
Neel Veterinary Hospital is a 14k square foot, hybrid/full-service small animal veterinary hospital, serving the Oklahoma City community for over 30 years. We have a collaborative team of DVMs, including multiple specialists (Surgery, ABVP), Rotating Small Animal Interns, and experienced knowledgeable support staff members. We have nine exam rooms, a double surgery suite, a full in-house lab, u/s, radiology, a fully staffed 24/7 ICU, and the only pet-specific Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber in Oklahoma.
Our goal is to provide the care and facilities necessary to make sure that the pets entrusted to us live long and healthy life, as pain-free and as comfortably as possible. We accomplish this by employing only an empathetic, respectful, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff, maintaining a state-of-the-art, clean and comfortable hospital, utilizing cutting-edge technology and preventative health care plans, and always putting the health and comfort of the pet first above all else.
Our goal is to provide the care and facilities necessary to make sure that the pets entrusted to us live long and healthy life, as pain-free and as comfortably as possible. We accomplish this by employing only an empathetic, respectful, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff, maintaining a state-of-the-art, clean and comfortable hospital, utilizing cutting-edge technology and preventative health care plans, and always putting the health and comfort of the pet first above all else.
At Neel Veterinary Hospital, your pet has access to the greatest variety and most advanced medical services and procedures available in the state, as well as collaborative and hands-on mentorship. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy
Neel Veterinary Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
