Vet Extern: General Practice - Hands-on & Stipend

Allandale Veterinary Hospital; Barrie; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Experience in a supportive team environment

Hands-on training with a diverse range of cases

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Barrie, ON is offering externship opportunities for veterinary students in their final clinical year. Students will gain hands-on experience through patient interactions, exams, and surgical procedures under supervision. This externship encourages the development of both clinical and communication skills in a supportive, diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible for travel/living expense stipend.
• Familiarity with gathering patient histories and performing physical exams required.
• Experience in clinical skills and communication with the medical team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian.
• Perform diagnostics, dentistry services, and assist in surgical procedures.
• Practice communication skills with team and clients.

Education

Veterinary student in final clinical year

Job description

We are a busy, full-service, 11-doctor practice in beautiful Barrie, ON.We have a great team of experienced Veterinarians who are happy to share their knowledge and collaborate.We have been an AAHA Accredited Hospital for over 25 years and are Fear Free and Feline Friendly Certified.We see a variety of breeds of dogs and cats, as well as pocket pets and the odd pig!

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Allandale Veterinary Hospital are reserved for students in their final clinical year of veterinary school.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

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