Veterinary Extern General Practice

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

Job summary

A veterinary group in Fredericton offers an externship for veterinary students. Externs will gain hands-on clinical experience by working closely with supervising veterinarians, performing physical exams, and assisting in various procedures. Eligible students from their 3rd and 4th years are encouraged to apply, and they may receive a stipend for travel and living expenses. This opportunity provides valuable insights into the day-to-day operations of a veterinary practice while enhancing clinical and communication skills.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in their 3rd, 4th or clinical year are encouraged to apply.
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories.
• Perform physical exams and support the medical management of patients.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Job description

Overview

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. Douglas Animal Hospital is located in beautiful Fredericton, NB.

Responsibilities

• 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 clinical skills, externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Eligibility and Details

• Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules.
• Veterinary students in their 3rd, 4th or clinical year are encouraged to apply.
• Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. See stipend amounts and stipend program details.