Vet Student Extern: General Practice, Hands-On Clinic

National Veterinary Associates; Delaware; On-site; USD 15,233 - 18,246; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off.

Travel/living expense stipend of $1,500.

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering an externship for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students in the United States, specifically at Lake Meridian Animal Hospital. This program allows students to gain hands-on clinical experience in various veterinary practices including managing patient care, assisting in surgeries, and dental services. The externship lasts from two to eight weeks and includes a stipend of $1,500 for living/travel expenses. NVA also provides a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Current veterinary student in the clinical portion of education.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Create treatment plans and manage diagnostics.
• Assist in or perform dental services.
• Observe, assist, or perform soft‑tissue surgical procedures.
• Manage medical care of patients and practice communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Education

3rd and 4th year veterinary students currently in the clinical portion of their education

Job description

National Veterinary Associates is offering an externship for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students in the United States, specifically at Lake Meridian Animal Hospital. This program allows students to gain hands-on clinical experience in various veterinary practices including managing patient care, assisting in surgeries, and dental services. The externship lasts from two to eight weeks and includes a stipend of $1,500 for living/travel expenses. NVA also provides a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees.