Veterinary Technician - Rehabilitation Therapist Trainee

Join Our Team as a Rehabilitation Therapist Trainee

Headline:
Advance Animal Health Through Rehabilitation Care

No Rehab Experience Needed, We Will Train You to Become an Animal Rehabilitation Therapist

Are you compassionate, motivated, and passionate about working with animals? Do you love learning, hands‑on care, and helping others move, heal, and feel better?

Whether you come from human physical therapy, fitness/athletic training, massage therapy, vet tech work, or have a strong interest in mobility and biomechanics, this is your opportunity to build a deeply meaningful career in animal rehabilitation, no prior rehab experience required.

We provide structured training, mentorship, and financial support to help you develop into a fully trained Rehabilitation Therapist.

This is a hands‑on, growth‑focused position for someone who wants to learn veterinary rehabilitation from the ground up. You will work closely with rehab‑certified veterinarians and experienced therapists while building skills in:

• Therapeutic exercise
• Manual therapy
• Hydrotherapy (underwater treadmill)
• Cold laser therapy
• Mobility assessments
• Client coaching and education
• Safe handling and low‑stress techniques

Over time, you’ll progress from assistant‑level tasks into more advanced responsibilities as you gain confidence and complete continuing education or certification.

• Step‑by‑step onboarding and guided clinical mentorship
• Opportunities to attend courses in rehabilitation, massage, or sports medicine
• Financial support toward certifications (CCRA, CCRP, etc.)
• Clear pathway to advance into a full Rehabilitation Therapist role

• Work with a tight‑knit team of veterinarians and therapists
• Positive culture with focus on growth, feedback, and teamwork
• No high‑pressure quotas or insurance frustrations

• Competitive hourly wage/salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• PTO, paid holidays, parental leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Bi‑annual performance‑based bonus program
• Consistent weekly schedule with no late nights or weekends

• Assist in patient handling and safe movement
• Help set up therapeutic exercises
• Support underwater treadmill sessions
• Learn to operate laser, ultrasound, and mobility equipment
• Document patient progress
• Educate pet owners on home care plans
• Maintain a clean, safe, low‑stress environment for patients

You might be a great fit if you have:

• Human Physical Therapy / PTA
• Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician
• Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training
• Personal Training or Strength/Conditioning
• Licensed Massage Therapist

• Love for animals and dedication to patient comfort
• Curiosity and a desire to continuously learn
• Strong communication and people skills
• Confidence using your hands to guide movement or support patients
• Ability to work well on a team
• Calm, patient, and positive attitude

No prior veterinary rehab experience is required, just passion, kindness, and readiness to grow.