Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA Canada; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a unique externship experience at their Fredericton location, providing veterinary students a chance to immerse themselves in clinical practice. Students will collaborate with experienced veterinarians, gaining invaluable skills in patient care, diagnostics, and surgical assistance. This hands-on role emphasizes the importance of communication with both the medical team and clients, fostering a supportive environment dedicated to animal care. With externships ranging from two to eight weeks, this opportunity is perfect for aspiring veterinarians looking to enhance their practical experience and understanding of veterinary medicine.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in clinical education are encouraged to apply.
• Experience in gathering patient histories and performing exams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain hands-on clinical experience.
• Assist in gathering histories, performing exams, and creating treatment plans.

Skills

Patient history gathering

Physical exams

Treatment planning

Diagnostics

Dentistry services

Surgical procedures

Medical management

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary degree (3rd, 4th or clinical year)

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 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 Fredericton, NB.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating 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. 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. Click HERE to view the list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.