Professor - Rehabilitation jobs in Tampa, FL

Working in rehabilitation and sports medicine is a challenge and very hard work, but seeing the dog with IVDD walk again, returning the sport dog to competition, or providing comfort and mobility to the geriatric patient is extremely rewarding. A hard-working, independent, confident, social, veterinary assistant with exceptional dog handling skills, that enjoys learning would be the ideal fit for Florida Veterinary Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. The veterinary assistant's primary duties will be to assist the attending veterinary with collection of histories and exams, client communication, follow-ups, and front desk needs.

Florida Veterinary Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine is a growing sports medicine and rehabilitation practice dedicated to high-quality patient care. We have a broad caseload of sporting dogs covering many disciplines as well as pet dogs recovering from a variety of orthopedic and neurologic issues. We are offer all rehabilitation modalities (laser, ultrasound, underwater treadmills, etc). You can learn more about our practice at www.floridavetrehab.com.

Job duties include:

• Assisting veterinarian with exams, radiographs, diagnostic ultrasounds, and other treatments and procedures
• Communicating with clients on patient history acquisition, patient care, services, and treatments
• Hospital and rehab equipment maintenance – cleaning, organizing, inventory, etc.
• Administrative tasks such as scheduling, answering phones, handling medical records, etc.

Candidates:

• Extensive experience working in a veterinary setting
• Strong dog training, behavior, handling and restraint skills
• Knowledge of dog sports
• Strong client communication skills
• Knowledge of veterinary software, Microsoft Word
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lift 50#

Benefits: (for full-time positions only)

• QSEHRA health benefit
• Simple IRA
• Continuing Education
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Employee discount

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $15.00 to $18.00 /hour

Please submit cover letterwith your reasons for applying for the job along with 3 professional references when applying.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Veterinary Assistant: 3 years (Required)
• Canine handling or training: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person