Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Brantford; On-site; CAD 5,600 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

A veterinary healthcare provider in Brantford is offering an externship for veterinary students to gain hands-on clinical experience. Students will work closely with veterinarians, assisting in tasks such as gathering patient histories, physical exams, surgeries, and treatment planning. This position, lasting from two to eight weeks, provides a unique opportunity to enhance both clinical and communication skills in a supportive environment. Eligible externs may receive a stipend for travel and living expenses.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a veterinary program focused on clinical education.
• Ability to perform under supervision in a clinical setting.
• Must have strong communication skills to interact with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Work with supervising veterinarians to gain clinical experience.
• Assist in gathering patient histories and performing exams.
• Observe and assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Diagnostics

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student in clinical education

Job description

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.

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians 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 Beattie Pet Hospital - Brantford are designed for clinical year students.

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.