Rehabilitation Veterinarian – Charlotte, North Carolina
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Full-Time or Part-Time Rehabilitation Veterinarian in Charlotte, North Carolina, joining a growing canine physical therapy and rehabilitation service within a supportive veterinary environment.
The position offers a $70,000–$130,000 annual salary plus a $25,000 sign-on bonus, with a flexible full-time or part-time schedule designed to support a healthy work-life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian with a passion for canine rehabilitation, pain management, mobility and physical therapy. The caseload includes patients recovering from orthopaedic surgery, dogs living with arthritis or neurological conditions, senior pets requiring mobility support, and sporting or working dogs requiring conditioning programmes.
Veterinarians benefit from a 3:1 staff-to-doctor ratio, dedicated rehabilitation facilities and the opportunity to play an important role in the continued development of a growing rehabilitation service.
About the Practice
The practice provides a dedicated canine rehabilitation service combining veterinary expertise with advanced physical therapy and rehabilitation techniques.
A purpose-built rehabilitation suite provides access to an underwater treadmill, therapeutic laser, therapeutic ultrasound and dedicated areas for strength and balance exercises, therapeutic massage and stretching.
The rehabilitation team works collaboratively with the wider veterinary team, allowing treatment plans to be coordinated around each patient's underlying medical, surgical and mobility needs.
A strong 3:1 support staff-to-doctor ratio allows the veterinarian to focus on patient assessment, rehabilitation planning, treatment and communication with pet owners.
The service takes an individualised approach to rehabilitation, recognising that progress and treatment goals can vary significantly between post-operative patients, senior pets, chronic pain cases and canine athletes.
Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, the position offers the opportunity to develop a specialised veterinary career within one of the state's largest and most dynamic metropolitan areas.
Responsibilities
Assess canine patients requiring rehabilitation and physical therapy
Design and oversee individualised rehabilitation programmes
Manage rehabilitation following orthopaedic surgery
Support patients with arthritis, neurological disease and chronic mobility conditions
Develop pain management, weight management and mobility programmes
Provide rehabilitation and conditioning programmes for sporting and working dogs
Deliver and oversee hydrotherapy using an underwater treadmill
Utilise therapeutic laser and ultrasound where clinically appropriate
Incorporate manual therapy, stretching and strength and balance exercises into treatment programmes
Monitor patient progress and adjust rehabilitation plans accordingly
Communicate clearly with pet owners regarding treatment goals, progress and at-home exercises
Collaborate closely with veterinarians and rehabilitation professionals
Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records
Contribute to the continued development and growth of the rehabilitation service
Candidate Profile
Applicants should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
Candidates must possess a valid North Carolina veterinary licence or meet the appropriate requirements for licensure.
A CCRP, CCRT or equivalent canine rehabilitation certification is required.
The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in canine rehabilitation, mobility, pain management and physical therapy alongside a compassionate and patient-centred approach to veterinary care.
Strong communication and teamwork skills are important, particularly when collaborating with other veterinary professionals and supporting pet owners throughout potentially lengthy rehabilitation programmes.
Candidates should be comfortable developing individualised treatment plans and adapting those programmes as patients progress through recovery.
Compensation & Benefits
The position offers a competitive package alongside the opportunity to focus on a specialised and growing area of veterinary medicine.
Benefits include:
$70,000–$130,000 annual salary
$25,000 sign-on bonus
Full-time or part-time opportunities
Flexible scheduling
Strong focus on work-life balance
3:1 staff-to-doctor ratio
Health, dental and vision insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Dedicated canine rehabilitation facilities
Underwater treadmill
Therapeutic laser
Therapeutic ultrasound
Dedicated strength and balance training areas
Collaborative veterinary and rehabilitation team
Opportunity to help shape and expand a growing rehabilitation programme
This role provides a distinctive opportunity for a rehabilitation-focused veterinarian to combine specialised clinical work, flexible scheduling, a $25,000 sign-on bonus and dedicated rehabilitation technology within a supportive environment.
Apply Today
Veterinarians searching for Rehabilitation Veterinarian jobs in Charlotte, NC, canine rehabilitation veterinary positions or veterinary physical therapy opportunities in North Carolina are encouraged to apply.
This is an excellent opportunity for a CCRP, CCRT or equivalently qualified veterinarian looking to focus their career on canine mobility, physical rehabilitation and pain management while benefiting from a flexible schedule and dedicated rehabilitation facilities.
Contact:
Cameron Combe - Divisional Talent Manager
T: (404) 496-6557
E: cameron@supreme-ss.com