Canine Hydrotherapy Therapist
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About the Role
Dogwalk is seeking a qualified Canine Hydrotherapy Therapist to provide hydrotherapy sessions for dogs recovering from surgery or managing conditions. The role requires a recognized certification, 1-2 years experience, and strong dog handling skills.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct hydrotherapy sessions using underwater treadmills and other rehabilitation equipment
- Assess each patient's mobility, condition, and progress before and after every session
- Develop and follow individualized rehabilitation programs based on veterinary recommendations
- Monitor patients closely throughout treatment to ensure their safety and comfort
- Maintain accurate treatment records and progress notes
- Communicate treatment progress and home care recommendations to pet owners
- Liaise with referring veterinarians regarding patient progress when required
- Ensure all hydrotherapy equipment is cleaned, disinfected, and maintained after each session
- Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety within the hydrotherapy department
- Handle dogs safely using low stress handling techniques
- Identify any medical concerns during treatment and report them immediately to management or the referring veterinarian
- Assist in promoting Dogwalk's rehabilitation services through exceptional client care and education
Requirements
- A recognized Canine Hydrotherapy certification is mandatory
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in canine hydrotherapy or animal rehabilitation is preferred
- Experience working with postoperative, orthopedic, neurological, geriatric, and obese canine patients
- Strong understanding of canine anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation principles
- Excellent dog handling skills with all breeds and temperaments
- Strong communication and client education skills
- Professional, compassionate, and patient focused
- Excellent organizational and record keeping abilities
- Veterinary nursing or veterinary medicine experience is an advantage
- Excellent English communication skills
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About Dogwalk
- Dogwalk is a well established premium pet care facility in Dubai, providing high quality services including Dog Daycare, Boarding, Grooming, Hydrotherapy, Transportation, and specialized pet care services.
- Our mission is to improve the health, mobility, and quality of life of every pet through compassionate care and professional rehabilitation services.
Position Overview
- Dogwalk is seeking a qualified Canine Hydrotherapy Therapist to provide safe, effective, and individualized hydrotherapy sessions for dogs recovering from surgery, managing orthopedic or neurological conditions, improving mobility, or maintaining fitness.
- The successful candidate will work closely with pet owners, veterinarians, and the Dogwalk team to ensure every patient receives the highest standard of rehabilitation care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct hydrotherapy sessions using underwater treadmills and other rehabilitation equipment.
- Assess each patient's mobility, condition, and progress before and after every session.
- Develop and follow individualized rehabilitation programs based on veterinary recommendations.
- Monitor patients closely throughout treatment to ensure their safety and comfort.
- Maintain accurate treatment records and progress notes.
- Communicate treatment progress and home care recommendations to pet owners.
- Liaise with referring veterinarians regarding patient progress when required.
- Ensure all hydrotherapy equipment is cleaned, disinfected, and maintained after each session.
- Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety within the hydrotherapy department.
- Handle dogs safely using low stress handling techniques.
- Identify any medical concerns during treatment and report them immediately to management or the referring veterinarian.
- Assist in promoting Dogwalk's rehabilitation services through exceptional client care and education.
Ideal Candidate
- A recognized Canine Hydrotherapy certification is mandatory.
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in canine hydrotherapy or animal rehabilitation is preferred.
- Experience working with postoperative, orthopedic, neurological, geriatric, and obese canine patients.
- Strong understanding of canine anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation principles.
- Excellent dog handling skills with all breeds and temperaments.
- Strong communication and client education skills.
- Professional, compassionate, and patient focused.
- Excellent organizational and record keeping abilities.
- Veterinary nursing or veterinary medicine experience is an advantage.
- Excellent English communication skills.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: AED 4,000+ per month, depending on qualifications, certification, and experience.
- Medical Insurance.
- Company Benefits.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Career growth opportunities within Dogwalk.
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