Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Blenheim; On-site; CAD 8,900 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers a veterinary externship at Blenheim Veterinary Hospital within the CK Vets group. This externship gives students hands-on clinical experience under supervision, exposure to diverse cases, and opportunities to participate in dentistry, ultrasound, and surgery.

Open to 4th year and clinic-year students, externs will gather histories, perform exams, help create treatment plans, and assist with diagnostics and medical management.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for externships.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• D create treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, and observe/assist or perform surgeries.
• Contribute to medical management and client communication.

Skills

Clinical skills

History taking

Physical exams

Dentistry

Ultrasound

Surgery

Education

4th year veterinary program

Clinic year student

Job description

Hospital Name: Blenheim Veterinary Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Extern

Description & Requirements

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

At theChatham-Kent Veterinary Hospital Group (locally known as CK Vets), veterinary students seeking an externship will find a warm and welcoming environment dedicated to high-quality care for pets. Our team of veterinarians, technicians, and animal care specialists are passionate about preventive care and the latest medical advancements. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals gaining hands-on experience in diverse cases and advanced procedures, including dentistry, ultrasound, and surgery. Our community-focused approach encourages strong relationships with pet owners, making them active partners in their pets' health decisions. Join us to expand your skills and become part of a supportive and dedicated team. The practices in our group are:

Chatham-Kent Veterinary Hospital (Chatham, Ontario)

Blenheim Veterinary Hospital (Blenheim, Ontario)

South Ridge Veterinary Clinic (Ridgetown, Ontario)

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. 4th year and clinic year students are encouraged to apply.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.