DVM Student Externship- North Avenue Animal Hospital

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 7,616 - 9,123; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Veterinary Partners is offering an externship for veterinary students looking to gain hands-on experience and mentorship. The externship, flexible in length, supports students in becoming 'practice ready', with lodging covered if necessary.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Ability to provide student PLIT.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on experience in veterinary practice.
• Offers mentorship to help become 'practice ready'.

Education

Enrollment in AVMA-accredited veterinary school

Job description

Practice:

North Avenue Animal Hospital provides a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through both in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. Our facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, an in-hospital surgery suite, and a closely supervised hospitalization area. We utilize the latest technology, including anesthesia monitoring, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and electronic medical records. In addition, we work very closely with many local, specialized practices when such referrals are required.

Since 1999, our hospital has voluntarily achieved the high standards of The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), qualifying us as an accredited member of AAHA. These standards pertain to facilities, equipment, practice methods, and management. Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine, and we are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet’s health care, treating your pet as we would our own.

Position Purpose:

Come extern with us!

Heartland Veterinary Partners' Externship Program works to provide veterinary students with hands-on experience and mentorship to help them become 'practice ready' by their first day in practice.

Externships are typically 2 weeks long, and Heartland will cover the cost of lodging if needed.

The length of the externship is flexible, and we can support your preceptorship documentation as well.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Eligibility

Must be currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.

Must be able to provide student PLIT.