Veterinary Technician Practicum

NVA Canada; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Whitehorse is offering a practicum program for final-year veterinary technician students. You'll gain hands-on experience in patient care and various laboratory procedures, while enhancing your communication skills. Students enrolled in an accredited program can receive a stipend to assist with travel expenses. Join us to prepare for a successful career as an RVT!

Benefits

Stipend for travel expenses

Qualifications

• Final-year veterinary technician students must be enrolled in an accredited VT program.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Unique location that allows us to perform many procedures that would be referred if we were closer to a larger centre. We see everything as we are the only clinic to service a very large geographical area.

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.

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