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Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist Decatur

Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist

Full Time • Decatur
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Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Profit sharing
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources
Are you an experienced veterinary professional with a passion for helping animals recover from injuries and chronic conditions?  Are you looking for something more rewarding than the typical general practice setting? Are you a Licensed or Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT or CVT)? We are looking for a skilled Rehabilitation Therapist to join our practice, working alongside veterinarians to provide targeted therapy that improves the mobility and well-being of our patients.

At Resurgence Veterinary Mobility (RVM), we specialize in helping pets move, heal, and thrive through expert rehabilitation and compassionate care.

We’re currently seeking a skilled, experienced veterinary technician who’s ready for a change of pace and interested in using their clinical strengths in a more focused, purpose-driven role. Whether you already have rehabilitation experience or are eager to gain it, this is a unique opportunity to grow your impact while working alongside a supportive, collaborative team.

This role is ideal for someone who brings not only technical excellence, but also natural initiative, strong communication skills, and an interest in contributing to team development over time.

Why Make the Move to Rehabilitation?

  • Purposeful Work, Measurable Results: Move beyond triage and see the direct, long-term impact your care has on patients and their families.

  • A Supportive, Slower-Paced Environment: Leave behind the chaos of general practice and join a practice that prioritizes quality time with patients and team well-being.

  • Room to Grow: We value team members who are proactive, dependable, and eager to grow into roles with greater responsibility as our practice continues to evolve.
What We Offer

Benefits/Perks
  • Competitive Salary: Based on experience and qualifications
  • Professional Growth: We prioritize our teams' growth and development, offering opportunities for professional development assistance and certifications
  • Work/Life Balance: A schedule and generous PTO package that lets you enjoy a positive work/life balance so you can excel at work while also taking time for yourself.
  • A Comprehensive Benefits Package: Our full-time employees receive a robust package including health, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, critical illness, and accident coverage.  
  • Investment in Your Future: A 401k Retirement plan with employer match. 
  • Additional Perks: Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, paid parental leave, and a bi-annual performance-based bonus program.  
Schedule / Expected Work Hours:
  • Hourly, Full Time
  • Monday - Friday 8:30am - 6:00pm
  • No Weekend 
  • No Overtime required
Job Summary
As a Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist, you will play a dynamic and vital role in the comprehensive patient care experience, customizing each treatment plan under the guidance and oversight of a skilled veterinarian. Your responsibilities encompass the autonomous execution of prescribed therapy plans, closely collaborating with our Rehabilitation Veterinarian. Additionally, you will actively engage in client education, ensuring that pet owners are well-informed about their furry companions' rehabilitation journeys. You will excel in performing diligent follow-ups with clients, and providing guidance and support in implementing home exercise plans following initial assessments and rechecks.

Responsibilities 
Client Relationship Management
  • Promotes a client-centered environment and facilitates programs and processes that meet client needs.
  • Ability for excellent client communication and education regarding treatment plans, at-home therapy options, products, and assistive devices.
Clinical
  • Provide rehabilitative care to animals that have had surgery, been injured, or suffer from chronic conditions or pain.
  • Proficient in observing and assessing the physical condition, appearance, and behavioral cues of animals, including the ability to identify general signs of illness, disease, and emotional states such as fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS).
  • Consistently and accurately obtain and record patient histories that are thorough and accurate.
  • Create and implement therapy plans to increase mobility and minimize pain.
  • In coordination with DVMs, adjust the treatment plan to ensure that progress is being made in each session.
  • Able to set up and perform various treatment modalities including underwater treadmill, laser therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, massage, thermal therapies, therapeutic exercises, etc.
  • Document and send owners home exercise plans as prescribed by the DVM.
  • Assist with filling medications prescribed by the DVM.
  • Ability to maintain medical records to track patients’ progress and document specific therapies utilized.
  • Take proper safety measures to minimize the chance of injury to yourself, your patient, or other team members.
  • Maintain independent daily patient therapy schedule.
  • Assist DVM with client education, communication of home exercise programs, and post-exam/recheck client questions.
Finance and Accounting
  • Invoices for services provided using the Practice Management Systems (PMS).
Facility Operations
  • Prepare rooms for patients and clients.
  • Identify and report risks & issues to the Managing Veterinarian and/or VROMP Management as deemed necessary.
  • Adhere to Inventory processes.
  • Administer general maintenance and cleanliness of therapy equipment.
  • Maintains a facility visually appealing to clients and staff.
Other
  • Takes an active role in practice staff meetings.
  • Promotes cooperative working environment among staff members; understands the value of teamwork; shows enthusiasm and willingness to perform as necessary to help the practice function as a unit.
  • Shows an interest in advancing skill sets and participating in educational opportunities.
  • Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
  • Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
  • Assists with training and ongoing development of other clinical and support team as necessary in collaboration with practice leadership.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Licensed or Certified Veterinary Technician or Assistant strongly preferred but not required.
  • One of the following strongly preferred: CCRP, CCRA, CCRVN, VMRT, CRPM, or Canine Certified
  • Physical Therapist (CCRT)
  • Licensed or Certified Veterinary Technician or Assistant Strongly preferred but not required.
  • One of the following preferred: CCRP, CCRA, CCRVN, VMRT, CRPM, or Canine Certified Physical Therapist (CCRT)
  • Those working towards any of the above certifications will also be considered.

Ready for a Career Shift That Truly Matters?

This is your chance to join a team that values collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence. If you’re ready to apply your veterinary skills in a more focused and fulfilling way, we invite you to take the next step with us.

Apply now to explore your future at RVM.
When Applying please include a Cover Letter with your Resume.
Compensation: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour




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Generous Paid Time Off 
Paid vacation time, Paid holidays, Paid sick time
Comprehensive Voluntary and Health Benefit Offering
Medical and dental coverage with 50%+ employer contribution.
Growth 
We provide environments to practice alongside the best in the industry and grow your knowledge in physical rehabilitation, pain management and sports medicine
Patient Outcome Focused
We promote a culture of putting the patient and client first, allowing you to directly impact patients' outcomes
Support
We offer mentorship programs and professional goal setting support to help you along your career path
Workplace Wellbeing
We encourage a culture of mental and physical wellbeing through communication, team building, and top industry paid time off
Autonomy
We give local autonomy to our teams with the benefit of group support
Financial Security
We offer competitive salaries and benefits within the veterinarian rehabilitation industry