Veterinary Technician Practicum

NVA Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a unique opportunity for final-year veterinary technician students to join a supportive practicum program. This dynamic environment allows students to enhance their clinical skills in patient care, anesthesia, and surgical assistance while working closely with experienced veterinarians. The program emphasizes collaboration and communication, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future careers. With practicums ranging from two to eight weeks, students can tailor their experience to fit their schedules and goals. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, where every individual can thrive and contribute to the care of furry and feathered companions.

Benefits

Stipend for Travel Expenses

Qualifications

• Final-year veterinary technician students gain real-world experience.
• Develop clinical skills in patient care and laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding experiences to clients and their pets.
• Work alongside veterinarians and RVTs in a supportive environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Clinical Skills

Patient Care

Laboratory Procedures

Anesthesia

Surgical Assistance

Radiology

Education

Accredited Veterinary Technician Program

Job description

We are a 4-doctor, 3-tech practice in Ottawa, united by our love for animals and the people who care for them. Our ideal team member is enthusiastic, energetic, and eager to grow, excelling at collaboration and thriving in a supportive environment. They will deliver outstanding experiences to our clients and their furry and feathered companions.

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.

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.