Veterinary Technician Practicum

NVA Canada; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 2,200 - 5,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for travel expenses

Mentorship from experienced RVTs

Opportunities to sharpen clinical skills

Job summary

A veterinary healthcare organization in Port Hope is offering a Veterinary Technician Practicum for final-year students. Participants will work alongside experienced veterinarians, develop essential clinical skills, and receive mentorship. The practicum spans 2 to 8 weeks, providing valuable real-world experience in a supportive environment. Strong interest in veterinary medicine is required.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited veterinary technician program in Canada.
• Completing the final practicum during your final year.
• Strong interest in veterinary medicine and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical skills in patient care and laboratory procedures.
• Assist in patient care and routine clinical tasks under supervision.
• Engage with medical teams and clients to enhance communication skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Interest in veterinary medicine

Education

Enrollment in an accredited veterinary technician program

Job description

Veterinary Technician Practicum – NVA Canada

Join the NVA Canada VT Practicum Program to gain real‑world experience in a supportive, dynamic environment. The program is designed for final‑year veterinary technician students and offers practicum periods ranging from 2 to 8 weeks that fit your schedule and career goals.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) to develop clinical skills in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, surgical assistance, and radiology.
• Assist in patient care and routine clinical tasks under the supervision of veterinary staff.
• Engage with medical teams and clients to enhance communication skills.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Current enrollment in an accredited veterinary technician program in Canada.
• Completing the final practicum during your final year.
• Strong interest in veterinary medicine and willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Stipend to cover travel expenses.
• Mentoring from experienced RVTs.
• Opportunities to sharpen a range of clinical skills.

NVA Canada is committed to diversity and inclusion. We foster an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity, marital and family status, religion, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.

Location: Newcastle Village, Ontario, Canada.