Vet Extern: General Practice with $1,500 Stipend

Kingsburg Veterinary Clinic; Kingsburg (CA); Sur place; USD 16 740; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

A leading veterinary organization offers an externship at Kingsburg Veterinary Clinic for veterinary students. Externs will gain hands-on experience in patient management, physical exams, and surgical assistance. The externship lasts two to eight weeks, and a stipend of $1,500 is available for eligible students. The clinic boasts a supportive team of veterinarians and staff dedicated to nurturing student growth and learning in a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Creation of treatment plans and diagnostics.
• Opportunity to observe/assist or perform surgical procedures.

Responsabilités

• Work closely with supervising veterinarians.
• Assist in medical management of patients.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team and clients.

Connaissances

Patient history gathering

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Surgical procedures

Communication with team and clients

Formation

Veterinary student in clinical education

Description du poste

Kingsburg Veterinary Clinic is a small animal clinic located in Central California. Our clinic has been established for over 50 years serving all the communities in our area. We have 3 full-time veterinarians and 2 part-time veterinarians. We are extremely busy as we see emergencies and accept any and all walk-ins so the amount of opportunities to get hands-on are plentiful. We have 20 support staff who are all highly trained and knowledgeable in every facet of veterinary medicine ready to support your growth and learning!

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. 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 for a travel/living expense stipend. The stipend amount forKingsburg Veterinary Clinic is $1,500.

Hospital Overview

Staffing:

• Collaborative team of 5 experienced veterinarians
• Team-oriented culture with collaborative case management

Equipment & Technology:

• Beautiful, state-of-the-art facility featuring a spacious lobby and 7 modern exam rooms
• Comprehensive in-house diagnostic laboratory for fast, accurate results
• Advanced technology including digital radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound, and therapeutic and surgical laser systems
• Extensive surgical experience with soft tissue, orthopedic, and laser procedures
• Advanced rehabilitation and pain management services, including K-Laser Therapy and therapeutic laser treatments

Clinic Culture:

• Our amazing culture is built on a dedicated team that will do whatever it takes to provide the best care for every patient.
• We are proud of the lasting relationships we've built with our loyal clientele, whose trust has made us a valued part of the community for more than 50 years.
• Located just 20 minutes south of Fresno and within easy driving distance of Visalia, Hanford, Clovis, and Selma, residents enjoy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation.
• Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, and California's Central Coast all within a few hours' drive, Kingsburg

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.