Veterinary Technician Practicum

NVA Canada; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for travel expenses

Job summary

A veterinary services company is offering a Veterinary Technician Practicum role for final-year students in Canada. Participants will gain hands-on experience in patient care, laboratory procedures, and surgical assistance, working closely with experienced professionals. The practicum ranges from two to eight weeks, providing a stipend for eligible participants to assist with travel expenses. This role promotes a diverse and inclusive working environment, ensuring every individual feels valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Final-year student enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology (VT) program in Canada.
• Intended to complete the final practicum during the current academic year.
• Interest in pursuing a career as a Veterinary Technologist (RVT).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive team; strong communication and time-management skills.
• Eligible for a travel stipend (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical skills in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, surgical assistance, radiology, and related areas.
• Work alongside veterinarians and RVTs in a dynamic hospital setting.
• Communicate effectively with medical teams and clients to support patient care.
• Participate in practicum activities, training, and learning opportunities aligned with your goals.

Skills

Final-year VT student

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited VT program in Canada

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Veterinary Technician Practicum role at NVA Canada.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical skills in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, surgical assistance, radiology, and related areas.
• Work alongside veterinarians and RVTs in a dynamic hospital setting.
• Communicate effectively with medical teams and clients to support patient care.
• Participate in practicum activities, training, and learning opportunities aligned with your goals.

Qualifications

• Final-year student enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology (VT) program in Canada.
• Intended to complete the final practicum during the current academic year.
• Interest in pursuing a career as a Veterinary Technologist (RVT).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive team; strong communication and time-management skills.
• Eligible for a travel stipend (where applicable).

Benefits

• Stipend to help with travel expenses for eligible students.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Veterinary Services