DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Grad Opportunity

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

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center in Willis, TX invites veterinary students in the Class of 2027 to join a two-way externship track designed to launch careers in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment.

The externship offers hands-on experience, paid stipend of $1,000 per week, and a pathway to a full-time doctor position if there is a good fit for both parties.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at an accredited university.
• Professional comportment and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to veterinary ethics and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Gain broad clinical exposure across medical and surgical cases.
• Receive mentorship and supervision from experienced veterinarians.
• Observe and participate in diagnostics, client communication, and care planning.

Skills

DVM enrollment

Professional demeanor

Ethical commitment

Education

DVM program

Job description

At Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center, you join a passionate team of animal lovers dedicated to providing comprehensive care and raising the standards of patient care in Willis, TX. Since 2012, we have focused on treating pets like our own, an approach validated by our excellent 4.7-star Google rating and the trust we have built within the community. We are a full-service clinic seeking experienced veterinary professionals ready to share their expertise and take the next step in their career. We believe that when you are supported, you do your best work. As a member of our collaborative network, you gain access to the resources and infrastructure required to succeed professionally. We ensure every teammate has the coaching, mentorship, and continuing education needed to achieve career goals, whether that means pursuing specialization or moving into leadership. You will work alongside dedicated professionals, including our current multi-doctor team, who prioritize a cohesive environment focused purely on delivering exceptional patient outcomes. Stone Ridge Veterinary Medical Center is a comprehensive small animal facility offering a wide range of medical services. Our commitment to high standards includes Wellness and Prevention, Advanced Care, extensive Testing and Diagnostics, and complex Surgical Procedures. We are also equipped to handle Urgent Care and emergency needs, providing critical medical support to the Willis community. This breadth of service allows you to continually expand your clinical skill set and practice high-quality, full-service medicine daily. Willis, Texas, offers you a close-knit, growing community atmosphere just north of the larger Houston metro area. Located near Lake Conroe, the area provides excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation outside of work hours. You will find a welcoming patient base and pet owners who highly value the comprehensive veterinary services we provide, allowing you to quickly integrate into the community both professionally and personally.

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.