Vet Student Externship: Mentored Clinical Experience

Short Pump Veterinary Hospital; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend $250/week

Job summary

Short Pump Animal Hospital in Glen Allen, VA offers a DVM student externship/preceptorship designed to bridge classroom learning with real-world practice. Externs work under a mentor, participate in essential clinical tasks, and build SOAP notes, client communication, and surgical assisting skills.

Duration ranges from two to eight weeks with days, evenings and weekends available. A weekly stipend of $250 is provided to support your education and training during the externship.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in an accredited DVM program.
• You are authorized to work in the United States.
• You must carry professional liability insurance (AVMA PLIT coverage) and submit certificate.

Responsibilities

• Externs work under a mentor and participate in patient care activities.
• Gather histories, perform physical examinations, and develop plans.
• Assist in surgery and manage medical cases under supervision.
• Develop client communication skills and document SOAP notes within practice time limits.

Education

Be enrolled in an accredited DVM program

Authorized to work in the United States

Carry professional liability insurance

Job description

Short Pump Animal Hospital in Glen Allen, VA offers a DVM student externship/preceptorship designed to bridge classroom learning with real-world practice. Externs work under a mentor, participate in essential clinical tasks, and build SOAP notes, client communication, and surgical assisting skills.

Duration ranges from two to eight weeks with days, evenings and weekends available. A weekly stipend of $250 is provided to support your education and training during the externship.