VCA Canada Guardian Veterinary Centre is accepting applications for our 2025 Summer Veterinary Student DVM position. This is a great opportunity to apply your classroom studies within a hospital environment and acquire first-hand experience in working closely with VCA Canada veterinary professionals.
Our Summer DVM Student position will provide you with invaluable insights into your career path post-graduation. As a valued member of our team, you will develop practical and professional skills by working under a licensed veterinarian and/or registered technologists
You will be introduced to the inner workings of our hospitals while also gaining exposure and education in the following areas:
Patient intake and triage
Patient handling and restraint
Client care and relationship management
Treatment and hands-on compassionate care
Observe or assist in surgical & non-surgical procedures, and anesthesia
Assist with laboratory and imaging diagnostics
Train in the use of in-house practice management software
General hospital maintenance
*The amount of responsibility, duties, supervision, and delegation will depend on your veterinary school year and provincial veterinary legislation guidelines*
Requirements:
Applicants must be enrolled in an AVMA-accredited DVM program
Legally authorized to work in Canada
Must be able to repeatedly lift at least 40 lbs
Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty
Calm, compassionate, and nurturing attitude
Email: careers.canada@vca.com for further information or click Apply Now!
VCA is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
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VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 150 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 Associates provides our communities with general, emergency, and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of caring for life’s greatest companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities.