Feline Vet Externship — Mentorship & Stipend

Houston Cat Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend up to $2,000

Mentorship program

Cat-only practice experience

Job summary

Houston Cat Hospital in Houston, TX offers a veterinary externship focused on feline medicine. Students gain hands-on clinical experience under DVM mentorship in a cat-only hospital setting.

Geared toward 3rd and 4th year veterinary students, the program provides a hands-on schedule ranging from two to four weeks, with a travel/living stipend up to $2,000 to support participation and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Open to 3rd and 4th year veterinary students in clinical rotations.

Responsibilities

• Performing feline-focused physical exams and patient assessments
• Creating diagnostic and treatment plans tailored to feline patients
• Assisting with and observing soft tissue surgeries and dental procedures
• Participating in case management, imaging, lab work, and hospitalization
• Communicating effectively with clients and team members
• Learning about feline behavior, stress reduction, and handling techniques

Skills

Feline medicine interest

Education

3rd/4th year veterinary student in clinical rotations

Job description

Houston Cat Hospital in Houston, TX offers a veterinary externship focused on feline medicine. Students gain hands-on clinical experience under DVM mentorship in a cat-only hospital setting.

Geared toward 3rd and 4th year veterinary students, the program provides a hands-on schedule ranging from two to four weeks, with a travel/living stipend up to $2,000 to support participation and learning outcomes.