Vet Tech Practicum: Hands-On Training + Travel Stipend

NVA Canada; Barrie; On-site; USD 24,925 - 39,168; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Stipend

Supportive Learning Environment

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a smaller hospital where you will gain invaluable experience in veterinary care. NVA Canada's VT Practicum Program is designed for final-year veterinary technician students, offering the chance to work closely with seasoned veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians. You'll develop essential clinical skills in areas such as patient care, anesthesia, and surgical assistance, all while enhancing your communication abilities with both medical teams and clients. This program not only supports your professional growth but also fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your career in veterinary medicine!

Qualifications

• Final-year veterinary technician students gain real-world experience.
• Opportunity to develop clinical skills in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced veterinarians and RVTs.
• Enhance communication abilities with medical teams and clients.

Skills

Patient Care

Laboratory Procedures

Anesthesia

Surgical Assistance

Radiology

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited VT Program

Job description

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We are a smaller hospital that work well as a team. There is a lot of knowledge and experience to share with new staff. Big Bay has a long history of excellent client relationships where our patients are truly treated like one of our own.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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