Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Grant Pet Hospital; Manitoba; Presencial; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits program

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

National Veterinary Associates is offering an externship opportunity for veterinary students at their location in Manitoba, Canada. Students will gain hands-on clinical experience by working alongside Associate Veterinarians, gather patient histories, perform exams, and manage medical treatments. The externship lasts between two to eight weeks and includes a stipend for travel and living expenses. NVA promotes a supportive environment dedicated to the professional growth of its teams, providing mentorship and a range of benefits, including medical and dental coverage.

Formación

• Veterinary students are encouraged to participate in externships.
• Hands-on clinical experience required.
• Opportunity to practice communication skills with medical team.

Responsabilidades

• Work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians.
• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist with surgical procedures.

Descripción del empleo

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.

Responsibilities

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians 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.

Externship Duration

Most externship experiences at Grant Avenue Pet 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.

Travel and Living Expense Stipend

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

Organization Overview

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we’re committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

Benefits

National Veterinary Associates offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity Employment

National Veterinary Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.