Vet Extern: Hands-on Training & Mentorship (Stipend)

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 11,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Living stipend

Job summary

Best Friends Animal Hospital of Ft. Myers offers veterinary externships that allow students to observe day-to-day practice and gain hands-on clinical experience under the guidance of Associate Veterinarians.

Externships typically run two to eight weeks, with stipends available for travel and living expenses; opportunities include surgeries, dentistry, diagnostics, medical management, and building client communication skills.

Qualifications

• Externship experience at an NVA hospital to gain hands-on clinical experience.
• Work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to learn patient histories and treatment planning.
• Practice skills in diagnostics, dentistry services, medical management, and surgeries where applicable.
• Develop communication skills with the medical team, clients, and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams under supervision.
• Assist or perform diagnostic and dental procedures as appropriate.
• Observe and participate in surgical procedures and post-operative care.
• Contribute to creating treatment plans and medical management of patients.

Job description

Best Friends Animal Hospital of Ft. Myers offers veterinary externships that allow students to observe day-to-day practice and gain hands-on clinical experience under the guidance of Associate Veterinarians.

Externships typically run two to eight weeks, with stipends available for travel and living expenses; opportunities include surgeries, dentistry, diagnostics, medical management, and building client communication skills.