DVM Student Externship: Hands-On Veterinary Mentorship

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 68,250 - 136,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited personal time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits with match

CE and licensure reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice is offering an externship opportunity for veterinary students at their Urbana clinic. This externship provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and the chance to see first-hand how to provide comprehensive care to pets while being part of a supportive team. The position is ideal for aspiring veterinarians looking to be practice ready upon graduation.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine required.
• State licensure needed.
• Strong communication and patient care skills must be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals.
• Advise on preventative care and treatment.
• Maintain medical records of patients.

Skills

Communication

Veterinary Ethics

Patient Care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution

Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD

Job description

Practice:

AtGood Friends Animal Hospital, we consider it a true honor to play a role in this important endeavor. We are a full-service veterinary hospital offering comprehensive medical, dental, surgical, and urgent care services to the people and pets of the Urbana, IL, and Champaign, IL communities.

More importantly, we administer that care in a way that is gentle and reassuring. Ourveterinariansand support staff are skilled at calming even the most anxious of pets. As a Cat Friendly Practice, we are especially adept at working with feline patients. We’ll do whatever it takes to earn your pet’s trust because we know that’s the key to providing the best possible care.

Position Purpose:

Come extern with us!

Heartland Veterinary Partners' Externship Program works to provide 1st-4th year 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.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered:

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available