Canine Hydrotherapist

Pawra; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet care company seeks a Canine Hydrotherapist to deliver personalized hydrotherapy services for dogs. The role requires a Level 3 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy and relevant experience. You will work alongside veterinary physiotherapists, maintaining wellness protocols and client education. Flexible full-time or part-time positions are available to ensure a balanced work-life experience, along with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Opportunities for professional growth

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy required.
• Active association membership required for relevant bodies.
• At least 2 years' experience in small animal veterinary rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hydrotherapy for rehabilitation and fitness.
• Provide expert advice and education to clients.
• Maintain cleanliness and water management protocols.

Skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Customer service

Collaboration

Proactive attitude

Education

Minimum Level 3 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy

Member of relevant hydrotherapy associations

Job description

Canine Hydrotherapist

Join us as a Canine Hydrotherapist and become a pioneer in pet care. This is a specialised role focused on delivering expert, personalised hydrotherapy to dogs while working side‑by‑side with veterinary physiotherapists to shape the optimal pet wellness journey. Here, you’ll champion holistic wellness programs, enhance operational excellence, and make a lasting impact on pets’ lives.

We also have our five principles which form the foundation of how we do business every day and we put these at the centre of every decision we make. This means:

• We are committed to Quality of work and contributions to society.
• We embrace our Responsibility (as individuals and a company) to act now.
• We base our decisions on Mutuality of benefits to our stakeholders.
• We harness the powers of Efficiency to use our resources to maximum effect.
• We have the financial Freedom to make our own decisions, unrestricted by motivations of others.

Key Responsibilities

Typical Services you will be delivering:

• Hydrotherapy (underwater treadmill therapy) for rehabilitation.
• Hydrotherapy (underwater treadmill therapy) for fitness.

Clinical Excellence

• As a Canine Hydrotherapist you will:
• Provide clinical and professional hydrotherapy services for clients and their pets, ensuring a seamless and memorable journey at every touchpoint.
• Participate in a unique and engaging pet wellness journey.
• Provide clients with expert advice and education.
• Provide hydrotherapy for pets with orthopaedic and/or neurological conditions in addition to proactive healthcare services to optimise the health of our pets.
• Maintain excellent water management protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and ensure a welcoming, home‑like environment.
• Oversee pet supervision from kennel care to rehabilitation.
• Participate in delivering hydrotherapy‑based learning for in‑house colleagues and contribute to internal and external CPD (Continuing Professional Development) events.
• Fulfil CPD requirements in line with the recommendations of your governing body, tailored to both personal and business development needs.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy
• Member of the Canine Hydrotherapy Association (CHA), National Association of Registered Canine Hydrotherapists (NARCH) or Institute of Canine Hydrotherapists (ICH)
• 2 years' experience in small animal veterinary rehabilitation.

Skills and Attributes

• A superstar team player with a heart for collaboration.
• Provide an exceptional, personalised experience for both customers and their pets.
• Be a problem‑solving hero by resolving pet and owner concerns with empathy and expertise.
• As a frictionless collaborator, push boundaries for business growth and excellence by providing exceptional care.
• A proactive, solutions‑driven attitude (always ready to say "yes, let’s do this!").

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Wellness advisers (RVN), Veterinary Physiotherapists specialising in small animals (ACPAT Cat A and/or RAMP), RCVS/EBVS Veterinary Anaesthesia Specialists.

Additional Notes

We offer flexible working options, including both full‑time and part‑time roles to support an excellent work‑life balance. Working hours are aligned with business needs and will include evenings and weekends to ensure care is available when it matters most.

This is your opportunity to merge professional growth with purpose, innovation, and joy. Become part of a vibrant, forward‑thinking team and redefine what is possible in pet wellness!