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University of Pennsylvania

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Perform general patient care to include feeding, grooming, walking, hydrotherapy, and placement of ... Large animal handling experience is also required. Working Conditions; High noise environment ...

University of Pennsylvania

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Perform general patient care to include feeding, grooming, walking, hydrotherapy, and placement of ... Large animal handling experience is also required. Working Conditions; High noise environment ...

University of Pennsylvania

$17.86 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Horse handling and restraint for procedures, medical exams and surgery, hydrotherapy, and additional animal husbandry duties as assigned. * Maintain patient treatment areas and equipment after ...

University of Pennsylvania

$17.86 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Horse handling and restraint for procedures, medical exams and surgery, hydrotherapy, and additional animal husbandry duties as assigned. * Maintain patient treatment areas and equipment after ...

University of Pennsylvania

$17.86 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Horse handling and restraint for procedures, medical exams and surgery, hydrotherapy, and additional animal husbandry duties as assigned. * Maintain patient treatment areas and equipment after ...

University of Pennsylvania

$17.86 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Horse handling and restraint for procedures, medical exams and surgery, hydrotherapy, and additional animal husbandry duties as assigned. * Maintain patient treatment areas and equipment after ...

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How much do animal hydrotherapy jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal hydrotherapy in the United States is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an animal hydrotherapist?

An Animal Hydrotherapy job involves using water-based therapy to aid in the rehabilitation and fitness of animals, typically dogs and horses. Hydrotherapy helps with recovery from injuries, post-surgery rehabilitation, pain management, and improving mobility for animals with conditions like arthritis. Animal hydrotherapists assess the animal's condition and design tailored therapy sessions using underwater treadmills or swimming pools. They work closely with veterinarians and physiotherapists to ensure the best outcomes. This role requires knowledge of animal anatomy, behavior, and hydrotherapy techniques.

What does an animal hydrotherapist do?

A typical day for an Animal Hydrotherapist involves assessing new patients, creating individualized treatment plans, and conducting hydrotherapy sessions using pools or underwater treadmills. You’ll collaborate closely with veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and pet owners to monitor progress and make adjustments to therapy as needed. Daily responsibilities also include maintaining equipment, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and performing administrative tasks like keeping detailed treatment records. This role is hands-on and may involve working with a variety of animal species, most commonly dogs and occasionally cats or horses.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an animal hydrotherapist?

To thrive as an Animal Hydrotherapist, you need a solid understanding of animal anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation techniques, often supported by vocational training or certification in animal hydrotherapy. Familiarity with specialized hydrotherapy equipment, such as underwater treadmills and therapy pools, and knowledge of safety protocols are essential. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills allow you to effectively support both animals and their owners throughout the therapy process. These skills are vital to ensure the safe, effective, and empathetic treatment of animals recovering from injury or surgery.

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Associate Veterinarian | Animal Clinic of the Woodlands & NKC Animal Clinic

Veterinary Staffing Pros

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Animal Clinic of the Woodlands and NKC Animal Clinic, two privately owned practices in the North Kansas City, MO area, are seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our teams!

  • Privately Owned
  • Multi-Doctor 
  • Mentorship
  • Sign-on bonus

What we offer:

  • $110,000-$145,000 | Depending on Experience
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Health insurance
  • 401K with match
  • Personal/vacation time
  • Employee discount on services | free flea/tick and HW prevention
  • CE allowance
  • Liability coverage
  • Mentorship

New graduates are encouraged to apply!

About the practices: We are two, privately owned, small animal, sister hospitals in North Kansas City, Missouri (NKC Animal Clinic) and Gladstone, Missouri (Animal Clinic of the Woodlands).  NKC Animal Clinic was built in 2021, and Animal Clinic of the Woodlands will have a brand new 10,000 square foot hospital in the summer of 2025. Our hospitals offer in-house Idexx lab equipment, a brand-new surgical suite, ultrasound, hydrotherapy, digital radiography, digital dental radiographs, laser, and more. 

We value family and offer a proper work/life balance. 

More about the practices:

  • Cloud-based software
  • Oxygen cage
  • Grooming
  • Boarding

Requirements

  • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
  • Must obtain and maintain an active Missouri veterinary license prior to employment

Benefits

What we offer:

  • $110,000-$145,000| Depending on Experience
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Health insurance
  • 401K with match
  • Personal/vacation time
  • Employee discount on services | free flea/tick and HW prevention
  • CE allowance
  • Liability coverage
  • Mentorship

Apply