Veterinary Technician Practicum

National Veterinary Associates; Powell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player located on the stunning sunshine coast is seeking final-year veterinary technician students for a dynamic practicum program. This opportunity allows you to work alongside skilled veterinarians and RVTs, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in areas such as patient care, anesthesia, and surgical assistance. With practicums ranging from two to eight weeks, you can tailor your experience to fit your schedule and career aspirations. The program emphasizes diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. If you're ready to enhance your clinical skills and prepare for a successful career as an RVT, this is the perfect chance for you!

Benefits

Travel Stipend

Supportive Environment

Hands-on Experience

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Qualifications

• Final-year veterinary technician students gain real-world experience.
• Develop clinical skills in patient care, anesthesia, and surgical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced veterinarians and RVTs in a supportive environment.
• 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

Located on the beautiful sunshine coast - mainly small animal practice with a variety of emergencies, occasional exotics, dentistry where our RVTs are utilized with surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, patient care and emergency medicine. Amazing team always looking to add another pair of helpful hands.

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, 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.