NVA Canada

www.nvacanada.ca

2 Jobs

168 Employees

About the Company

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

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Company Name: NVA Canada
Job Title: Veterinary Extern - General Practice
Job Description: **Job Title** Veterinary Extern – General Practice **Role Summary** An externship program offering 2‑to‑4 week placements for veterinary students to gain hands‑on clinical experience in a full‑service companion animal practice that combines general practice and emergency/critical care. The extern will observe and participate in daily operations, client interactions, diagnostic procedures, and a wide range of surgical cases under mentorship. **Expectations** - Complete a 2‑ or 4‑week externship within a scheduled 12‑hour shift pattern. - Engage actively in clinical rounds, patient care, and case‑sharing sessions. - Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and eagerness to learn. - Maintain accurate records and assist with electronic medical‑record documentation. - Adhere to all practice protocols, biosecurity measures, and anesthesia safety standards. - Receive mentorship from licensed veterinarians and collaborative support from veterinary technicians. **Key Responsibilities** - Observe and assist in diagnostic procedures (radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, CBC/chemistry, urinalysis). - Participate in surgical cases: exploratory surgeries, GDVs, GI foreign‑body removal, splenectomy, enucleation, cystotomy, fracture repairs (FHOs, TPLOs). - Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery for routine procedures. - Contribute to patient handoffs, rounds, and do‑not‑disturb sign‑ups. - Assist with bedside nursing, wound care, and post‑operative management. - Maintain and sterilize surgical and diagnostic equipment. - Document clinical findings and treatment plans in the practice management system. **Required Skills** - Foundational knowledge of companion‑animal anatomy, physiology, and common clinical conditions. - Ability to communicate clearly with clients, students, technicians, and other staff. - Strong teamwork and adaptability in a fast‑paced, 24‑hour clinic environment. - Basic surgical and procedural familiarity (suturing, joint traction, anesthesia monitoring). - Proficiency with digital medical record entry; comfortable using medical software. - Commitment to follow‑through on cleaning, protocol adherence, and safety compliance. **Required Education & Certifications** - Current veterinary student in the clinical portion of the program (any class year eligible). - Enrollment in an accredited veterinary college recognized by the NVA (National Veterinary Association). - No prior professional veterinary license or advanced certifications required. ---

Regina, Canada

On site

15-02-2026

Company Name: NVA Canada
Job Title: Market Development Specialist
Job Description: **Job Title:** Market Development Specialist **Role Summary:** Support veterinary practices in acquiring, engaging, and retaining pet owners through data‑driven, multi‑channel marketing initiatives. Collaborate with hospital leadership and operations to implement national campaigns, build local brand presence, and manage digital assets. **Expactations:** - Deliver measurable growth in pet parent acquisition and retention. - Execute marketing plans aligned with practice goals and community needs. - Manage project timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships. - Provide proactive communication and support to assigned hospitals. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead acquisition efforts via paid/organic social media, OOH advertising, and community events. - Enhance client communication tools (online booking, SMS/email reminders, patient reports). - Implement national campaigns at the clinic level and coordinate local outreach. - Oversee creation and deployment of creative assets (logos, ads, brochures, merch, flyers, mailers). - Develop and report campaign analytics; optimize spend and ROI. - Build and maintain practice brand presence in local markets. - Collaborate on individualized clinic growth plans with hospital and operations teams. - Manage social media accounts, website content, online reputation, and respond to customer feedback. **Required Skills:** - 3+ years in marketing, sales, or direct veterinary hospital experience. - Strong project management, organization, and multitasking abilities. - Proficiency or willingness to learn: Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics, Canva, Asana, Microsoft 365, ServiceNow, AllyDVM, Vetstoria, website management, and clinic PIMS. - Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to build trust quickly. - Creative, solution‑oriented mindset with enthusiasm for the veterinary industry. - Ability to work independently and adapt to occasional evenings/weekends. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, Veterinary Technology, or equivalent experience in a veterinary clinic setting.