DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Grad Opportunity

Mission Pet Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Externship stipend $1,000/week

Job summary

Care Animal Hospital in Muncie, IN is offering a DVM externship track for new graduates, with a $1,000/week stipend and a path toward a full-time doctor role. The program emphasizes mentorship, hands-on experience, and real-world caseloads in a collaborative setting.

This externship targets the Class of 2027, providing paid clinical exposure, professional development, and an opportunity to evaluate fit within our team before transitioning to a permanent position.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a DVM program (class of 2027) seeking early career opportunities.
• Professional demeanor and appearance with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.
• Compassionate, team-oriented attitude and respect for clients and their pets.

Responsibilities

• Gain broad clinical exposure through mentorship and supervision by experienced veterinarians.
• Observe and participate in medical and surgical procedures, diagnostics, and client communication when possible.
• Receive genuine mentorship and individualized training within a supportive team.
• Develop diagnostic skills with practice on samples, CBC/Chemistry panels, radiographs, and urinalysis.
• Build hands-on abilities in a structured externship pathway toward a potential full-time role.

Skills

DVM student

Professional demeanor

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Work authorization (US)

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) student

Job description

Joining Care Animal Hospital in Muncie, IN, means aligning yourself with a practice dedicated to providing exceptional small animal care. As an AAHA Accredited facility, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of veterinary excellence, ensuring you have the resources and support necessary to practice gold-standard medicine. Our commitment to outstanding patient care is reflected by our excellent 4.7-star Google rating, demonstrating the community’s deep trust in our dedicated teammates. This is a crucial opportunity for you to join a supportive environment where your skills are valued from day one. We believe in investing in our teammates so that you can succeed in every stage of your career. As part of a larger network, you gain access to robust programs designed to help you achieve your professional goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or pursuing advanced training. We offer structured support and a collaborative culture where mentorship is encouraged, creating the stability necessary for you to consistently deliver high-quality medicine. We ensure that every member of the team, from veterinary assistants to doctors, has the defined path necessary to do your best work every single day. Practicing medicine at Care Animal Hospital means you are never alone in complex cases. Through our network, you have ready access to internal specialty consultations and resources that elevate the level of care we provide for small animals. Our AAHA accreditation reinforces our commitment to utilizing advanced techniques and maintaining rigorous protocols that ensure patient safety and positive outcomes. You will find the tools and continuing education necessary to expand your skill set in a supportive structure designed to minimize workflow friction and maximize the time you spend focusing on patient care. Muncie, Indiana, offers a welcoming community environment where you can establish deep local connections and enjoy a balanced pace of life. Known for its strong midwestern roots, Muncie is an ideal setting if you are seeking a friendly, accessible city where the cost of living supports personal investment and professional growth. This location provides the perfect backdrop for concentrating on professional development while enjoying a supportive atmosphere both inside and outside of the hospital walls.

DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Graduate Opportunity

$1,000/Week Stipend | Open to the Class of 2027

We’re doing more than offering a great externship—we’re looking for the veterinarians who will join our team. This is an externship track designed for students who are ready to start thinking about where they’ll launch their careers.

Externs in this track receive an enhanced stipend of $1,000/week—double our standard rate—because this experience is tied to a hiring opportunity. This hospital has an open new-grad doctor position, and your externship here is a genuine first step toward a full-time role. You get paid, hands‑on experience, and we both get the chance to see if this is the right fit for your career.

This externship is designed to give you a real, working look at what it’s like to practice here—the team, the caseload, the community, and the day‑to‑day. Think of it as a two‑way conversation. You get to evaluate whether this is where you want to begin your career, and we get to know you as a future colleague. There’s no obligation, and there’s no pressure. But if it clicks, the path from extern to full‑time doctor here is a short one.

What To Expect

• Gain broad clinical experience: Receive mentorship & supervision from experienced veterinarians
• Observe & participate: Get involved in medical and surgical procedures, the diagnostic process, and (when possible) client communication
• Genuine mentorship: You won't get lost in the shuffle. Our team invests in the students who train here
• Enhance your diagnostic skills: Practice interpreting fecal samples, blood smears, radiographic images, urinalysis, and CBC/Chemistry panels
• Fine‑tune your technical skills: Put your classroom knowledge to the test and develop your hands‑on abilities in a supportive environment

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Active enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at an accredited university, graduating in 2027
• Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude.
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
• A compassionate, team‑player attitude and a respect for clients and their pets.
• Authorization to work in the United States.