Summer DVM Student, ER Animal Referral and Emergency Centre

Summer DVM Student 2nd Year, ER

Location:

Calgary, AB

VCA Canada Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency Centre is accepting applications for our 2026 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 the supervision of 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*

• Applicants must be enrolled in an AVMA-accredited DVM program
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• ABVMA temporary DVM license
• Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs repeatedly
• Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty
• Calm, compassionate, and nurturing attitude

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