Hands-On Vet Student Extern — General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 6,700 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Glendale, California, offers externship opportunities for veterinary students to gain hands-on clinical experience in a supportive environment. Students will work alongside Associate Veterinarians, learning to gather patient histories, perform physical exams, and assist in surgical procedures. NVA provides a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with employer match for eligible employees. This externship is available for a duration of two to eight weeks, encouraging all veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education to apply.

Qualifications

• All veterinary students regardless of class year are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.
• Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.
• Communication skills required for interaction with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians.
• Gain experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Observe/assist or perform surgical procedures.

Job description

National Veterinary Associates in Glendale, California, offers externship opportunities for veterinary students to gain hands-on clinical experience in a supportive environment. Students will work alongside Associate Veterinarians, learning to gather patient histories, perform physical exams, and assist in surgical procedures. NVA provides a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with employer match for eligible employees. This externship is available for a duration of two to eight weeks, encouraging all veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education to apply.