25 Jan
VCA Animal Hospitals
Calgary
Summer DVM Student 2nd Year, ER
Location: Calgary, AB
VCA Canada CARE 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 technicians/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
- Record keeping
- 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
- ABVMA temporary DVM license
- 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: [email protected] for further information or click Apply Now!
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