DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Grad Opportunity

Town and Country Animal Hospital; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Town and Country Animal Hospital in Salina, KS offers an externship track for DVM students graduating in 2027 with a $1,000/week stipend. The program provides hands-on mentorship, exposure to medical and surgical cases, diagnostics, and client communication in a collaborative, Fear Free, AAHA-accredited practice.

Externs gain real-world experience with a potential path to a full-time role, while the team evaluates fit for future colleagues in a supportive environment dedicated to high-quality

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at an accredited university, graduating in 2027.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Strong professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain broad clinical experience with mentorship and supervision from experienced veterinarians.
• Observe and participate in medical and surgical procedures, the diagnostic process, and client communication.
• Genuine mentorship and a supportive team environment where training is valued.
• Enhance diagnostic skills with fecal samples, blood smears, radiographic images, urinalysis, CBC/Chemistry panels.
• Develop hands-on abilities in a collaborative, supportive setting.

Skills

Mentorship

Clinical experience

Professional demeanor

Client communication

Education

DVM program enrollment graduating 2027

Job description

Welcome to Town and Country Animal Hospital in Salina, a premier small animal and exotic practice dedicated to medical excellence. You will join a facility that is both AAHA-accredited and Fear Free certified, reflecting a deep commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care. With a stellar 4.7-star Google rating, our clinic is highly regarded by the community for providing compassionate, evidence-based medicine. We prioritize preventative health and advanced diagnostics to ensure every patient receives personalized attention in a modern, welcoming environment.Your professional journey matters here, and you will find a collaborative environment where you can truly succeed. We foster a culture of continuous learning through regular meetings and robust continuing education resources. Whether you are looking for mentorship as a recent graduate or seeking to grow into leadership roles, our supportive network of teammates is here to help you reach your goals. We believe in empowering every individual to build a rewarding career while practicing high-level medicine alongside a passionate and skilled group of teammates.Living in Salina offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities to support your work-life balance. You can explore the scenic trails at Indian Rock, visit the Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure, or enjoy local traditions like the Smoky Hill River Festival. This vibrant community provides a safe, welcoming atmosphere with excellent schools and diverse cultural experiences. By joining our teammates in Salina, you will discover a place where your career aspirations and personal lifestyle can align perfectly.

Job Description

$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.

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