Vet Extern: Hands-On General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 14,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/Living stipend

Job summary

Portland Veterinary Wellness Center, an NVA hospital, offers a Veterinary Externship designed to expose students to daily practice operations and hands-on clinical experience under supervision.

Externs will gain skills in taking histories, performing exams, formulating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting surgeries, and communicating with staff and clients; stipends may be provided for travel and living expenses.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled veterinary student participating in externship program.
• Enrolled in an accredited veterinary curriculum with ability to participate in externships.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Create treatment plans and participate in diagnostics and dentistry.
• Observe or assist in surgical procedures and manage patient care.
• Communicate effectively with the medical team, staff and clients.

Skills

Clinical exposure

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Vet student status

Job description

Portland Veterinary Wellness Center, an NVA hospital, offers a Veterinary Externship designed to expose students to daily practice operations and hands-on clinical experience under supervision.

Externs will gain skills in taking histories, performing exams, formulating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting surgeries, and communicating with staff and clients; stipends may be provided for travel and living expenses.