Veterinary Technician Practicum

Job summary

Gain real-world clinical experience in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, and radiology. Develop communication skills with medical teams and clients within a supportive veterinary environment.

Job details

We are a large new Veterinary Hospital in Squamish, with 5 DVMs. We have a great team of 6 very experienced RVTs with a wealth of knowledge to share. We have been voted the best Veterinary Practice within our town for 17 out of the last 18 years, where we have a great reputation. NVA Canada’s VT Practicum Program offers final-year veterinary technician students the chance to gain real-world experience in a supportive, dynamic environment. Work alongside experienced veterinarians and RVTs at in to develop your clinical skills in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, surgical assistance, radiology and more. Enhance your communication abilities with medical teams and clients, preparing you for a successful career as an RVT. Practicums range from two to eight weeks, fitting your schedule and career goals. Eligible students—those enrolled in an accredited VT program in Canada and completing their final practicum in their final year ——can receive a stipend to help with travel expenses, allowing you to focus on learning without financial worries. At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality. We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.

What you’ll do

Gain real-world clinical experience in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, and radiology. Develop communication skills with medical teams and clients within a supportive veterinary environment.

Requirements

Applicants must be final-year veterinary technician students enrolled in an accredited VT program in Canada. Candidates must be completing their final practicum to be eligible.

Benefits

• Travel stipend

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient Care
• Laboratory Procedures
• Anesthesia
• Surgical Assistance
• Radiology
• Clinical Skills
• Communication

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research