Board of Directors Position Descriptions

The AARV has two positions open in 2024 on its Board of Directors. Brief descriptions of these positions are provided below.

The positions of Legislative Liaison and PT Liaison are three-year terms beginning January 1, 2024.

To submit a nomination or learn more about the responsibilities of each position, please contact Dr. Kara Amstutz, AARV president, at president@rehabvets.org.

 

Legislative Liaison

The Legislative Liaison shall serve a term of three years. The term shall start on January 1st.

Purpose: To keep current on legislative issues that may impact animal rehabilitation.

General Roles:

• Serve as the Liaison between AARV and the veterinary community including state boards regarding legislative issues related to animal rehabilitation.
• Advocate for legislation identified as supportive of animal rehabilitation.
• Attend the annual meeting of the AARV.

 

PT Liaison

The PT Liaison shall be a physical therapist who is an active member of the APTA-ARSIG and AARV member in good standing. This is a non-voting position. The PT Liaison shall serve a three-year term. The term shall start on January 1st.

Purpose: To serve as a liaison between the AARV and the APTA-SIG for animal rehabilitation.

General Roles:

• Foster communication between veterinarians and physical therapists as related to the field of animal rehabilitation.
• Provide insight from the physical therapist perspective as it relates to animal rehabilitation.
• Encourage allied health membership and participation in the AARV.
• Consult with the Legislative Liaison regarding the physical therapy and the veterinary state practice acts.
• Provide monthly updates at the AARV Board of Directors meetings.