Rehab Veterinary Assistant

The role

The Rehab Veterinary Assistant will assist Licensed Veterinary Technicians and Doctors of Veterinary Medicine in all areas of physical rehabilitation and patient care. This role involves patient handling, administrative duties, medical record keeping, and operating medical equipment.

What you will do

• Provide care and ensure cleanliness and comfort of all AMC patients
• Safely handle and restrain patients of all species
• Communicate professionally with DVMs, clients, and support teams
• Operate and maintain medical equipment including underwater treadmills
• Operate electronic medical records including vitals, records, videos, and imaging
• Assist with patient treatments including swimming patients in the underwater treadmill
• Communicate pricing structure, fees and packages to clients
• Advocate for the wellbeing of patients, clients, and the veterinary team
• Manage inventory including ordering and restocking supplies
• Assist with patient visits, transfers, day admissions, and discharges

Required qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant is required
• Proficiency in patient handling and restraint across all species
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong commitment to providing high-quality patient care, technical services, and client communication
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to safely lift, bend, kneel and transport animals up to 50 pounds
• Composure and professionalism in stressful and emergency situations
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
• Adherence to detailed protocols and documentation requirements
• Commitment to continuous learning and skill development
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Nice to have

• experience in a specialty hospital or emergency setting is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous sign-on bonus $1,000
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• 50% discount on veterinary care
• 403b matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• May be eligible for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program

About the company

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, founded in 1910. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer located in Manhattan.