Veterinary Technician Practicum

Elk Lake Veterinary Hospital

Job Description

Here, we value your voice, respect your knowledge, and will help you build your expertise in the areas of veterinary medicine that light you up. We have an amazing team whose primary goal is exemplary patient and client care. Our RVTs are an integral part of this mission, and we encourage you to use your skills to their full potential during your practicum. As a busy small animal practice with DVMs who have a passion for surgical and dental procedures, we have a rehabilitation department with chiropractic and laser services, and partner with a boarded orthopedic specialist surgeon and an ophthalmologist who treat patients onsite. 

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 at in 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.

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.