Registered Veterinary Technician, Rehab
$60,320–$70,720 year
On-siteDartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary
Obtain patient histories through medical records and client interviews, then develop strong relationships while providing education on treatment plans. Demonstrate therapeutic exercises including PROM, massage, and stretching, and assign customized home exercise programs using rehabilitation software. Maintain accurate medical records, create treatment estimates, and manage billing and invoicing accurately. Assist with filling medications and herbal prescriptions, perform client follow-ups, and clean, stock, and maintain treatment areas and underwater treadmill systems. Perform technical skills such as venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, and digital radiography. Work full-time 36 hours per week with some evening and weekend shifts, earning $29–$34/hour plus a sign-on bonus.
Required Qualifications
- Veterinary Rehabilitation certification (CCRT, CCRA, CCRP, CCAT)
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills
- Comfortable working on the floor with patients for more than 50% of the workday
- Ability to support and assist patients, including large and giant breed dogs
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum one year of experience working in veterinary rehabilitation
- Experience with underwater treadmill therapy
- Experience performing massage and stretching techniques
- Experience utilizing Class 3B or Class 4 laser therapy
- Experience with NMES and TENS therapies
- Experience developing and implementing therapeutic exercise programs
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, musculature, and orthopedic or neurologic conditions
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong client communication and relationship-building abilities
- Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment
- Experience with positive reinforcement training techniques or interest in pursuing additional education in this area
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