Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Animal Clinic of La Porte; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Animal Clinic of La Porte for an externship that offers veterinary students the chance to gain hands-on experience in clinical operations. Work closely with experienced veterinarians in a supportive environment while developing critical clinical and communication skills. This externship lasts from two to eight weeks and can include a stipend for expenses.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Qualifications

• Veterinary students encouraged to participate.
• Hands-on experience during externship.
• Clinical education required.

Responsibilities

• Work with veterinarians to perform exams and treatment plans.
• Assist in surgical procedures and manage medical care.
• Communicate effectively with staff and clients.

Skills

Patient history gathering

Physical exams

Creation of treatment plans

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student enrolled in clinical education

Job description

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. 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 list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

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