Help dogs and cats walk, run, and play again—while building lasting relationships with the pets and people who love them.
Midwest Veterinary Specialists is seeking a compassionate, motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our Sports Medicine amp; Rehabilitation team. This unique position focuses on helping dogs recover from surgery, injury, and neurologic conditions through rehabilitation therapies, including operating our state-of-the-art underwater treadmill.
Every day, you'll have the opportunity to witness remarkable transformations—from helping a patient take its first steps after surgery to celebrating milestones with grateful owners who have watched their pets regain mobility, comfort, and confidence.
What You'll Love About This Role
Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families throughout their recovery journey
See the direct impact of your work as patients regain strength, function, and quality of life
Work one-on-one with dogs in a positive, rewarding environment
Receive mentorship and training from experienced rehabilitation professionals and specialists
Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care and outcomes
Responsibilities
Operate and monitor underwater treadmill therapy sessions
Assist with canine rehabilitation treatments
Safely handle and support patients of various sizes and mobility levels
Communicate patient progress with the rehabilitation team
Educate and encourage clients throughout their pet's recovery process
Maintain rehabilitation equipment and treatment areas safe and functional
We're Looking For Someone Who Is:
Passionate about animal health and recovery
Positive, compassionate, and patient
Physically capable of assisting dogs of varying sizes
Comfortable interacting with clients and building lasting relationships
Eager to learn and grow through mentorship and hands-on experience
A team player with strong communication skills
Why Midwest Veterinary Specialists?
At Midwest Veterinary Specialists, we are passionate about helping animals return to the activities they love. Our team combines advanced surgical care, sports medicine, and rehabilitation to achieve exceptional outcomes for our patients. We believe in investing in our people through mentorship, professional development, and a supportive culture where every team member's contributions matter.
If you're looking for more than just a job—and want to be part of life-changing recoveries every day—we'd love to meet you.