Veterinary Technician Practicum

Southsaskatchewananimalhospital; South Berwick; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for travel expenses

Job summary

Southsaskatchewananimalhospital in South Berwick, Nova Scotia, is offering a VT Practicum Program for final-year veterinary technician students. This program provides practical experience alongside veterinarians, enhancing essential skills in patient care, laboratory procedures, and more.

Students enrolled in an accredited VT program in Canada will be eligible for a stipend to assist with travel expenses. The practicum duration ranges from two to eight weeks, tailored to meet individual schedules and career goals.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited VT program in Canada.
• Completing final practicum in final year.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience in patient care and laboratory procedures.
• Develop clinical skills in anesthesia and surgical assistance.
• Enhance communication abilities with medical teams and clients.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Clinical skills

Education

Accredited VT program

Accredited VT program

Job description

We are a fast paced, tight knit clinic. We strive to deliver optimum care, while delivering compassion to every patient.

Program Overview

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.

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligible students—those enrolled in an accredited VT program in Canada and completing their final practicum in their final year.

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