Vet Extern: General Practice — Hands-On Clinic Experience

National Veterinary Associates; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Living expenses stipend

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) offers an externship at one of its Virginia hospitals. Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain hands-on clinical experience and observe the day-to-day operations of a busy practice.

Externships typically run two to eight weeks, with participation open to all veterinary students. A travel/living expense stipend is available, and details are provided through the stipend program.

Qualifications

• Open to veterinary students engaged in clinical portions of their education.
• Experience in gathering patient histories and performing or observing exams.
• Willingness to participate in treatment planning and patient management.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams under supervision.
• Participate in creation of treatment plans and diagnostic processes.
• Observe or assist with dental services and surgical procedures.
• Assist in medical management and communicate with clients and staff.

Job description

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) offers an externship at one of its Virginia hospitals. Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain hands-on clinical experience and observe the day-to-day operations of a busy practice.

Externships typically run two to eight weeks, with participation open to all veterinary students. A travel/living expense stipend is available, and details are provided through the stipend program.