Veterinary Technician Practicum
Develop clinical skills in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, and radiology within a small animal hospital. Collaborate with experienced veterinarians and RVTs to enhance medical team and client communication.
- On-site
- Truro, NS
- Posted Aug 7, 2026
- Apply by May 1, 2027
- 1 position
More jobs you can apply to directly
Similar opportunities posted by employers hiring on Jobs.ca, with no external application form.
Job summary
A veterinary small animal hospital with exotics, orthopedics, ultrasound, acupuncture, and more. 7 RVTS to support and help train and a welcoming staff overall. 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.
What you’ll do
Develop clinical skills in patient care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia, and radiology within a small animal hospital. Collaborate with experienced veterinarians and RVTs to enhance medical team and client communication.
Requirements
Candidates must be final-year veterinary technician students enrolled in an accredited VT program in Canada. The role requires the completion of a final practicum ranging from two to eight weeks.
Benefits
• Travel Stipend
Listed skills
- Clinical carePreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Patient Care
- Laboratory Procedures
- Anesthesia
- Surgical Assistance
- Radiology
- Communication Skills
- Clinical Skills
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- May 1, 2027
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Internship