Veterinary Rehab Assistant: Mobility & Pain Relief

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Small Animal Rehabilitation Service provides comprehensive rehabilitation and mobility care for a wide range of patients, including post-surgical and chronic conditions. The team develops individualized treatment plans using therapeutic exercise, gait training, manual therapies, assistive devices, and pain management to improve strength, function, and quality of life.

You will assist with patient care under supervision, educate clients on home care, maintain clean

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting or completion of a veterinary assistant training program plus 1 year of clinical experience.
• Experience working in a veterinary, animal care, or clinical setting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate patient care and rehabilitation treatments under the direction of the CCRT and established hospital protocols.
• Educate clients on home care plans, coordinate discharges with referring veterinarians, perform follow-up treatments, and document care in the EMR.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked rehabilitation facilities, equipment, supplies, and medical records to support efficient operations.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with veterinarians, hospital services, clients, students, trainees, interns, and residents to support coordinated patient care.
• Complete and maintain accurate medical records for rehabilitation patients in accordance with hospital standards and scope of practice.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Veterinary assistant training program

Job description

Colorado State University’s Small Animal Rehabilitation Service provides comprehensive rehabilitation and mobility care for a wide range of patients, including post-surgical and chronic conditions. The team develops individualized treatment plans using therapeutic exercise, gait training, manual therapies, assistive devices, and pain management to improve strength, function, and quality of life.

You will assist with patient care under supervision, educate clients on home care, maintain clean