DVM Externship to Full-Time Doctor — $1k/Week

Mission Pet Health; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Forest Animal Clinic in Lake Forest, CA is offering an externship track designed for DVM students graduating in 2027. Participants receive a $1,000/week stipend and hands-on exposure in a high-quality, AAHA-accredited hospital, with potential to hire into a full-time doctor role.

The externship emphasizes real-world clinical experience, mentorship from experienced veterinarians, and opportunities to engage in medical and surgical procedures, diagnostics, and client communication, all within

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a DVM program at an accredited university, graduating in 2027.
• Strong interpersonal and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Gain broad clinical experience with mentorship from veterinarians.
• Observe and participate in medical procedures, diagnostics, and client communication when possible.
• Receive genuine mentorship and structured support for career development.
• Develop diagnostic and hands-on clinical skills in a collaborative environment.
• Assess whether this externship aligns with a future full-time role.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional demeanor

Team player

Commitment to high standard ofmedicine

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program, graduating 2027

Job description

Lake Forest Animal Clinic in Lake Forest, CA is offering an externship track designed for DVM students graduating in 2027. Participants receive a $1,000/week stipend and hands-on exposure in a high-quality, AAHA-accredited hospital, with potential to hire into a full-time doctor role.

The externship emphasizes real-world clinical experience, mentorship from experienced veterinarians, and opportunities to engage in medical and surgical procedures, diagnostics, and client communication, all within