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Veterinary Technician Practicum

@ NVA Canada

Sherwood Park, Alberta

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NVA Canada is offering a veterinary technician practicum for final-year VT students, lasting two to eight weeks at its Edmonton-area clinic that treats small animals and exotics. The student works alongside veterinarians and RVTs on patient care, lab work, anesthesia, surgical assistance and radiology. A stipend for travel expenses is available to eligible students enrolled in an accredited Canadian VT program.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with patient care and treatments
  • Support laboratory procedures
  • Assist with anesthesia and surgery
  • Assist with radiology
  • Communicate with medical teams and clients

Requirements summary:

  • Enrolled in an accredited Canadian VT program
  • Completing final practicum in final year
  • Strong communication skills

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Employer posting date
2026-08-27
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-11

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Job details

SeniorityNo experience needed
DepartmentAllied health
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic, Laboratory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Encouraged to applyStudents & youth
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyVeterinary technology
Perks mentionedHome office allowance

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NVA Canada

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Full company description

We partner with pet parents to give every pet their best life. Every day, at every stage. Their best life is your best life.

LinkedIn followers
10,330
People associated on LinkedIn
181
Reported office locations
  • 1115 North Service Rd W, Unit 2, Oakville, Ontario L6M 2V9, CA
Other recorded names
  • NVA Canada
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No

We partner with pet parents to give every pet their best life. Every day, at every stage. Their best life is your best life.

FieldValue
IndustryVeterinary Services
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersOakville, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Open jobs on Jobsy226
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Job description

We have a large, beautiful facility that is tailored for small animals, pocket pets, and all exotics. You can expect a fantastic, welcoming staff, and the chance to work with some very unique animals. We're one of the only clinics in the greater Edmonton area that treats exotics, so we see a lot of animals outside of your typical dog and cat!

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.

At NVA Canada, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

•We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

•All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers sites: careers.nvacanada.ca

•There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [email protected]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA Canada!

Please note that we use third-party recruitment software, which may include artificial intelligence features to assist in screening applications.

NVA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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.

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