DVM Student Externship - Oakton Animal Hospital

Fulton Animal Hospital; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care offers a unique externship opportunity for veterinary students. This program is designed to provide invaluable hands-on experience and mentorship, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future careers in veterinary medicine. Externships typically last two weeks, with flexible lengths available, and the organization supports lodging costs if necessary. Students will benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes practical skills and professional readiness, making this an exciting opportunity to kickstart a career in animal care.

Benefits

Lodging covered if needed

Hands-on experience

Mentorship program

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an AVMA Accredited Veterinary School.
• Ability to provide student PLIT.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience and mentorship during externship.
• Support preceptorship documentation as needed.

Education

Enrollment in AVMA Accredited Veterinary School

Job description

Practice

Oakton Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital that welcomes emergency treatment cases and pet patients needing routine medical, surgical, and dental care.

Our hospital is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This professional organization requires that our hospital meet the highest standards of excellence for the practice of veterinary medicine. It also requires that our hospital be inspected periodically in order to maintain our accreditation.

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 them be '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, and we can support your preceptorship documentation as well.

Requirements/Qualifications

Eligibility

1. Must be currently enrolled in an AVMA Accredited Veterinary School
2. Must be able to provide student PLIT