Rehab Registered Veterinary Technician, Maritime

Now Hiring: Veterinary Rehabilitation Technician

Maritime Veterinary Emergency + Specialty Centre is seeking a Certified Veterinary Rehabilitation professional to join our growing Rehabilitation team! We welcome applications from experienced candidates as well as those currently completing certification (CCRT, CCRA, CCRP, or CCAT).

Compensation:

• $29–$34/hour, commensurate with experience and skill level

• 36 hours per week; some evening and weekend shifts may be required based on hospital needs

• Career growth & continuing education opportunities
• CE & uniform allowance
• Paid time off & sick days
• Shift & holiday premiums
• Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• RRSP with employer match
• Life & Disability Insurance

• Land and underwater treadmill therapy (DOGTREAD and Hudson Aquapaws SS)
• Laser therapy (two SpectraVet Class 3B lasers)
• Radial shockwave therapy
• Massage therapy
• Therapeutic heat and cryotherapy
• Electrical stimulation (TENS/NMES)
• Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy
• Assistive devices (harnesses, braces, carts)
• Therapeutic exercise programs, including customized home programs
• Acupuncture and electro-acupuncture
• Chiropractic care
• Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal therapy

• Minimum 1 year of experience working as a rehabilitation practitioner (preferred)
• Certification or enrollment in a rehabilitation program (CCRT, CCRA, CCRP, CCAT) will be considered.
• Experience with:
  • Underwater treadmill therapy
  • Massage and stretching techniques
  • Class 3B or Class 4 laser therapy
  • NMES/TENS
  • Therapeutic exercise programs
• Strong working knowledge of anatomy, including bony structures and musculature
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work effectively within a team
• Comfortable working on the floor with patients for more than 50% of the workday
• Ability to support the weight of patients, including large and giant breed dogs
• Experience with positive training techniques, shaping behaviors, or an interest in further education in this area

• Obtain and review detailed patient histories from medical records and client interviews
• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records and ensure clear communication with the veterinary team
• Demonstrate therapeutic exercises and educate owners on home programs (PROM, massage, stretching)
• Assign customized home exercise programs using our therapeutic software
• Clean, stock, and maintain rehabilitation exam rooms, carts, and equipment
• Clean and maintain the underwater treadmill and rehabilitation spaces
• Promote a positive, supportive culture within the rehabilitation department and hospital
• Communicate with referring veterinarians and clinics as needed
• Create and present treatment estimates; manage billing and invoicing accurately
• Assist with filling in-house medication and herbal prescriptions prior to discharge
• Perform client follow-up calls for discharged or ongoing patients
• Confidently answer client medical questions and review treatment plans
• Build long-term relationships with clients, colleagues, and the community
• Perform technical skills as appropriate (e.g., venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, digital radiography, monitoring sedated patients) — a plus
• Additional duties as assigned

• You’ll be joining a collaborative, passionate rehabilitation team led by a Veterinarian certified in TCVM Acupuncture, Rehabilitation, and Veterinary Chiropractic, alongside an RVT (CCAT) and a dedicated rehabilitation assistant.
• If you’re passionate about keeping pets active, comfortable, and thriving—and enjoy working in a positive, supportive environment where colleagues genuinely enjoy what they do—this could be the perfect fit for you.
• Our hospital is a brand-new, state-of-the-art 24,000 sq. ft. specialty facility, offering advanced resources and a team-based approach to patient care.

If you’re excited to work in a collaborative, cutting-edge environment where rehabilitation truly makes a difference in patients’ lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more at www.maritimevet.ca or apply today to become part of something truly exceptional!

Dartmouth, NS