Veterinary Technician Practicum

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

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Stipend

Supportive Learning Environment

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting opportunity for final-year veterinary technician students through their VT Practicum Program. This program allows students to gain invaluable real-world experience in a supportive environment, working closely with seasoned veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians. Participants will develop essential clinical skills across various areas, including patient care, anesthesia, and radiology, while also enhancing their communication abilities. With practicums tailored to fit individual schedules and career aspirations, this program is designed to prepare students for a successful career as an RVT, all while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Final-year veterinary technician students gain hands-on experience.
• Students enhance communication skills with medical teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside veterinarians and RVTs to develop clinical skills.
• Participate in patient care, laboratory procedures, and surgical assistance.

Skills

Patient Care

Laboratory Procedures

Anesthesia

Surgical Assistance

Radiology

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited VT Program

Job description

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 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.

Diversity and Inclusion: 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, and 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.