Vet Extern: General Practice - Hands-On Skills & Stipend

NVA General Practice; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 5,600 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

NVA General Practice in West Des Moines offers a veterinary externship for students to gain hands-on clinical experience and understand daily operations. Students will collaborate with Associate Veterinarians, enhancing skills in patient care, diagnostics, and communication with clients.

This externship spans from two to eight weeks, with opportunities for a stipend to cover travel/living expenses. All veterinary students are encouraged to participate, making this a unique and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of education.
• Ability to gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Communication skills with medical team, support staff, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians for hands-on clinical experience.
• Participate in gathering patient histories and diagnostics.
• Assist or perform surgical procedures and manage patients.

Job description

NVA General Practice in West Des Moines offers a veterinary externship for students to gain hands-on clinical experience and understand daily operations. Students will collaborate with Associate Veterinarians, enhancing skills in patient care, diagnostics, and communication with clients.

This externship spans from two to eight weeks, with opportunities for a stipend to cover travel/living expenses. All veterinary students are encouraged to participate, making this a unique and supportive learning environment.