Vet Extern: Hands-On Mentorship & Clinical Skills

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; North Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Living expense stipend

Job summary

Randall Orchard Crossing Animal Hospital invites veterinary students to extern at our small, two-doctor practice. You will gain hands-on clinical experience, mentored by caring veterinarians, in a supportive team environment focused on medicine and client service.

Externships range from two to eight weeks, with opportunities to observe surgeries, perform exams, and participate in case management. Travel/living stipends are available for eligible students.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled veterinary student.
• Willing to commit to externship lasting 2–8 weeks.
• Opportunity to observe and assist with surgeries under supervision.
• Exposure to general practice medicine and client care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans with supervising veterinarians.
• Assist with dentistry procedures and oral health care.
• Observe and assist with surgical procedures when appropriate.
• Participate in medical case management and patient care.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, support staff, and clients.

Skills

Patient histories

Physical examinations

Diagnostic planning

Surgical observation

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

Randall Orchard Crossing Animal Hospital invites veterinary students to extern at our small, two-doctor practice. You will gain hands-on clinical experience, mentored by caring veterinarians, in a supportive team environment focused on medicine and client service.

Externships range from two to eight weeks, with opportunities to observe surgeries, perform exams, and participate in case management. Travel/living stipends are available for eligible students.