Vet Extern - General Practice with Mentorship

Longwood Animal Hospital and Pet Resort; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 40,495 - 50,505; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend up to $1,000

Comprehensive benefits program

Mentorship from experienced DVMs

Exposure to diverse small animal cases

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering a Veterinary Externship at Longwood Animal Hospital located in Cypress, TX. This program allows veterinary students to gain hands-on experience alongside experienced veterinarians in a supportive environment. The externship duration ranges from 2 to 4 weeks and includes duties like gathering patient histories, creating treatment plans, and assisting in surgeries. A stipend of up to $1,000 is available for students in their clinical year, along with a chance to work in a fun and collaborative learning environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students eligible for externship.
• Hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
• Ability to participate in various veterinary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and conduct physical exams.
• Create treatment and diagnostic plans.
• Observe and assist in surgical procedures.

Job description

Veterinary Externship — Longwood Animal Hospital (Cypress, TX)
🐾 Collaborative Team | Hands-On Experience | Up to $1,000 Travel Stipend

About the Clinic:
At Longwood Animal Hospital and Pet Resort , we believe great medicine starts with great collaboration. Our team of four experienced DVMs regularly consult and support one another on cases, and they’re genuinely passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of veterinarians. You’ll also be backed by our skilled and tenured support staff, who are equally committed to your success and the care of our patients.

Whether you're exploring general practice or honing in on specific clinical interests, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes growth, learning, and high-quality care.

Externship Highlights:
As an extern, you’ll gain practical, real-world experience while working side-by-side with our veterinarians and staff in a supportive, high-functioning environment. Your hands-on training will include:

Gathering patient histories and conducting physical exams

Creating treatment and diagnostic plans

Participating in dentistry, imaging, and lab work

Observing and assisting in surgical procedures

Medical management of patients

Practicing client communication and team collaboration

**You won’t be on the sidelines—**you’ll be learning by doing.

Program Details:
📍 Location: Cypress, TX (Northwest Houston area)
🕒 Duration: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks, depending on student/hospital availability
🎓 Open to: veterinary students
💵 Stipend: Up to $1,000 for students in their clinical year

Why Choose Longwood Animal Hospital?

Collaborative and mentorship-focused DVM team

Supportive, long-tenured staff

Exposure to a wide range of small animal cases

Fun, fast-paced learning environment

On-site pet resort adds to unique case variety

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.