Veterinary Physiotherapist / Rehabilitation RVN
Up to £34,000 FTE + attractive benefits package
Part-time
South West Leeds
Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse with a strong interest in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, or a qualified Veterinary Physiotherapist looking to work in a purpose-built specialist rehabilitation facility?
Are you passionate about mobility, pain management, and helping patients regain quality of life?
A rare opportunity has arisen to join a dedicated, purpose-built specialist rehabilitation wing on the outskirts of Leeds. This standalone facility offers advanced equipment, structured referral-based caseloads, and a focused rehabilitation environment separate from the main hospital setting.
The Specialist Rehabilitation Wing
This purpose-built centre provides advanced rehabilitation services to pets across the North of England. Working exclusively via veterinary referral, the service delivers structured, tailored rehabilitation programmes for patients requiring specialist recovery and mobility support.
The caseload includes:
Pre- and post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation
Neurological and spinal rehabilitation
Chronic pain management (including arthritis and joint disease)
Weight management and muscle rebuilding programmes
Performance and sporting dog conditioning
Long-term mobility and quality-of-life support
Each patient receives a detailed assessment and an individualised treatment plan to ensure optimal clinical outcomes.
All treatments are delivered under veterinary supervision within the specialist wing, ensuring safety, clinical oversight, and continuity of care.
Facilities & Equipment
The rehabilitation wing is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including:
Hydrotherapy
Extra-large underwater treadmill
Therapeutic ultrasound
Acupuncture
Massage therapy
Electrotherapy for pain relief and muscle maintenance (TSE, TENS, NMES)
Thermotherapy
Structured therapeutic exercise programmes
The underwater treadmill allows low-impact, warm-water rehabilitation suitable for patients of all sizes. Sessions are carefully monitored to ensure safety, particularly for those with cardiovascular or mobility limitations.
Advanced pain-relieving modalities significantly enhance comfort and mobility in chronic cases, often making a transformative difference to patients’ daily lives.
The Role
Working within the specialist rehabilitation wing, you will:
Deliver physiotherapy and rehabilitation treatments
Lead and assist hydrotherapy and underwater treadmill sessions
Support chronic pain and long-term mobility cases
Develop and implement tailored exercise and recovery programmes
Provide detailed client education and homecare guidance
Liaise with referring veterinary surgeons to optimise patient outcomes
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a focused rehabilitation environment where patient recovery and mobility are the sole priority.
The Team
You will be part of a dedicated rehabilitation team working alongside experienced veterinary professionals within a wider, supportive veterinary group. The culture is collaborative, progressive, and centred around high clinical standards and patient welfare.
We are looking for:
A Registered Veterinary Nurse with a strong interest or experience in rehabilitation, OR
A qualified Veterinary Physiotherapist (ACPAT / NAVP / IRVAP accredited or working towards accreditation)
You will be confident, proactive, and passionate about rehabilitation. Experience with hydrotherapy and therapeutic modalities is desirable, but a strong interest and commitment to developing within this field are equally valued.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary up to £34,000 FTE (DOE)
Generous CPD allowance with support for rehabilitation-focused development
Pension scheme
Paid professional memberships (RCVS, BVNA, VDS or relevant physiotherapy bodies)
Social events and strong emphasis on wellbeing
Exclusive staff discounts and rewards
Opportunity to work in a purpose-built, specialist rehabilitation environment
Location
Located on the outskirts of Leeds with excellent transport links to Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield, Manchester, Huddersfield, Doncaster, and surrounding areas.
Interested?
Once you submit your CV, you’ll be contacted within 2 working days with feedback and the option for an informal, no-obligation chat.
For more information, contact Carina Walker on 02393 877 350.
Recommendations
Compass Associates Ltd are working in partnership on this role.
If you’re not interested but know someone suitable, we offer £500 vouchers for every successful recommendation.
