Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Town of Berwick; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a unique externship opportunity for veterinary students to gain hands-on clinical experience. This program allows externs to work closely with experienced veterinarians, developing essential skills in patient care, diagnostics, and treatment planning. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the externship fosters a supportive environment where students can thrive. This is a fantastic chance to immerse yourself in the daily operations of a veterinary practice and make a meaningful impact on the lives of animals and their owners.

Benefits

Travel/Living Expense Stipend

Hands-on Clinical Experience

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in their fourth or clinical year encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on experience in a supportive veterinary practice.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian for hands-on experience.
• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist in surgical procedures and medical management.

Skills

Patient History Gathering

Physical Exam Skills

Treatment Planning

Surgical Assistance

Communication Skills

Education

Veterinary Medicine Student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital offers students a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of a veterinary practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they share common qualities: a supportive environment, a commitment to excellent medicine, and the provision of exceptional service to animals and their owners. Berwick Animal Hospital is located in Berwick, NS.

Externship Responsibilities

1. Work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in:
2. Gathering patient histories
3. Performing physical exams
4. Creating treatment plans
5. Diagnostics and dentistry services
6. Observing, assisting, or performing surgical procedures
7. Medical management of patients

Externs will also have opportunities to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Program Details

• Most externships last from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules.
• Veterinary students in their fourth or clinical year are encouraged to apply.
• Students in the clinical portion of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At NVA, diversity and inclusion are integral to our daily operations.

We are dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.