Vet Extern: Hands-On General Practice Mentorship + Stipend

Highland Lakes Veterinary Clinic; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 60,742 - 75,757; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $1,500 Travel/Living Stipend

Hands-On Learning

Supportive Mentorship

Job summary

A leading pet care organization in Marble Falls, TX, is offering a Veterinary Externship at Highland Lakes Veterinary Clinic. Students will gain hands-on experience in clinical practices, patient care, and communication. The program includes a stipend of up to $1,500 and focuses on real-world case exposure with strong mentorship. Join a close-knit team dedicated to high-quality animal care in a beautiful location.

Qualifications

• DVM students required for externship.
• Engagement in clinical practice and case discussions.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and gather patient histories.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures.
• Communicate with clients and support staff.

Job description

Veterinary Externship — Highland Lakes Veterinary Clinic (Marble Falls, TX)
🔹 Up to $1,500 Travel/Living Stipend Available
🔹 Hands-On Learning | Supportive Mentorship | Real-World Case Exposure

About the Clinic:
Nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Highland Lakes Veterinary Clinic is a busy, community-focused small animal hospital offering personalized, high-quality care to the pets of Marble Falls and the surrounding areas. As part of the NVA network, we provide students with a unique externship experience that blends meaningful clinical exposure with a team-centered, supportive atmosphere.

Externship Highlights:
Students will work closely with our associate veterinarians and gain valuable real-world experience in:

Performing physical exams and gathering patient histories

Developing diagnostic and treatment plans

Assisting with and observing surgical and dental procedures

Participating in diagnostics, case discussions, and medical care

Practicing client communication and teamwork with support staff

Observing the operations and daily flow of a small animal practice

Externs are encouraged to take initiative and become active participants in patient care—not just observers. Our DVMs enjoy teaching and are committed to helping you build both clinical confidence and communication skills.

Program Details:
📍 Location: Marble Falls, TX (in the scenic Highland Lakes area)
🕒 Duration: minimum 2 weeks up to 4 weeks (flexible based on student/hospital schedules)
🎓 Open to: DVM students
💵 Stipend: Up to $1,500 available for clinical-year students

Why Choose Highland Lakes?

Supportive, close-knit team with strong mentorship

High-quality, individualized patient care

Beautiful Hill Country location with outdoor recreation and small-town charm

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.