DVM Externship: Hands-On Vet Mentorship (2 Weeks)

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 5,077 - 6,082; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging covered if needed

Job summary

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC invites veterinary students for an externship at Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital, providing practical experience and mentorship in a compassionate environment. With the externship lasting about two weeks, students will enhance their veterinary skills while Heartland covers lodging costs if necessary.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Ability to provide student PLIT.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on veterinary experience.
• Receive mentorship to become 'practice ready'.

Education

Enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary school

Job description

Practice:

Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital has been proudly serving the West Des Moines, Des Moines, Norwalk, Urbandale, Clive, and surrounding communities since the 1950s. We provide comprehensive, progressive care to dogs and cats in a welcoming, family-friendly setting where clients are on a first-name basis with our doctors and staff. Our focus is on building strong, lasting relationships with pets and their people while practicing high-quality medicine.

Our medical team includes:

Dr. Emily Gearig

Dr. Adam Steffensmeier

Dr. Melissa Libbey

Dr. Livia Ciccolari Micaldi

Our doctors are supported by a dedicated team of veterinary technicians and support staff who are passionate about patient care, client education, and teamwork.

At Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital, we take pride in blending progressive medicine with a small-town, personal feel.

Position Purpose:

Come extern with us!

Heartland Veterinary Partners' Externship Program works to provide veterinary students with hands-on experience and mentorship to help have them 'practice ready' by their first day in practice.

Externships are typically 2 weeks long and Heartland will cover the cost of lodging if needed.

Length of externship is flexible & we can support your preceptorship documentation as well.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Eligibility

Must be currently enrolled in an AVMA Accredited Veterinary School

Must be able to provide student PLIT