Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

An established industry player offers veterinary students a unique externship opportunity at a supportive hospital environment. This hands-on experience will allow you to work alongside passionate professionals, gaining exposure to advanced procedures such as dentistry, ultrasound, and surgery. You'll develop your clinical and communication skills while actively engaging with pet owners in their pets' health decisions. With a commitment to high-quality care, this externship promises to enrich your education and prepare you for a successful career in veterinary medicine. Join a dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners.

Benefits

Travel/Living Expense Stipend

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in their clinical year are encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on experience in diverse cases and advanced procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian to gather patient histories.
• Perform physical exams and create treatment plans.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Patient Management

Surgical Assistance

Education

Veterinary Degree (in 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 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.

About

At the Chatham-Kent Veterinary Hospital Group (locally known as CK Vets), veterinary students seeking an externship will find a warm and welcoming environment dedicated to high-quality care for pets. Our team of veterinarians, technicians, and animal care specialists are passionate about preventive care and the latest medical advancements. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals gaining hands-on experience in diverse cases and advanced procedures, including dentistry, ultrasound, and surgery. Our community-focused approach encourages strong relationships with pet owners, making them active partners in their pets' health decisions. Join us to expand your skills and become part of a supportive and dedicated team.

Practices in our group:

1. Chatham-Kent Veterinary Hospital (Chatham, Ontario)
2. Blenheim Veterinary Hospital (Blenheim, Ontario)
3. South Ridge Veterinary Clinic (Ridgetown, Ontario)
4. Wallaceburg Animal Hospital (Wallaceburg, Ontario)

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