Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA Canada; Chatham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits veterinary students at a leading NVA hospital in Chatham! This externship offers a unique chance to immerse yourself in the daily operations of a veterinary practice while gaining invaluable hands-on clinical experience. Collaborate with experienced Associate Veterinarians, enhance your clinical skills, and develop your communication abilities with the medical team and clients. With externship durations ranging from two to eight weeks, you will be part of a supportive environment dedicated to excellent medicine and exceptional care for animals. This is a perfect stepping stone in your veterinary career journey.

Benefits

Travel/Living Expense Stipend

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in clinical education are eligible for externship.
• Hands-on experience in clinical skills and communication.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians to gather patient histories.
• Perform physical exams and assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Patient History Gathering

Physical Exams

Education

Veterinary Medicine Student

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 at Egan Animal Hospital range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

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