Vet Student Externship: Mentored, Hands-On Clinic Experience

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Magnolia (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Job summary

Shady Brook Animal Hospital, part of the National Veterinary Associates network, offers a Veterinary Student Externship designed to provide a well-rounded clinical experience under mentorship. You will work alongside experienced veterinarians, gaining hands-on practice in exams, histories, diagnostics, dentistry, and surgery.

The program emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and high-quality patient care, with exposure to daily hospital operations and opportunities to refine clinical and

Qualifications

• One-on-one mentorship from seasoned Associate Veterinarians.
• Hands-on experience performing physical exams and gathering patient histories.
• Diagnostic workups, treatment plan creation, and case discussions.
• Exposure to dentistry services and the opportunity to assist in surgical procedures.
• Client communication training and team collaboration opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and gather patient histories.
• Assist in diagnostic workups and treatment plans.
• Participate in dentistry services and surgeries.
• Support client communication training and teamwork.

Skills

Mentorship

Clinical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Hospital Name: Shady Brook Animal Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Extern

Description & Requirements

Veterinary Student Externship – Shady Brook Animal Hospital
📍 Located in a thriving community | $1,000 Travel Stipend | Supportive Mentorship

Are you looking to apply your classroom knowledge in a real-world setting while being mentored by a collaborative and experienced team? At Shady Brook Animal Hospital , our externship program is designed to give veterinary students a well-rounded clinical experience in a welcoming, high-quality practice environment.

As part of the National Veterinary Associates (NVA) network, we are committed to fostering a positive learning experience rooted in mentorship, teamwork, and excellent patient care. You’ll gain invaluable insight into the daily operations of a successful veterinary hospital, all while sharpening your clinical and communication skills.

What You’ll Experience:

One-on-one mentorship from seasoned Associate Veterinarians

Hands-on experience performing physical exams and gathering patient histories

Diagnostic workups, treatment plan creation, and case discussions

Exposure to dentistry services and the opportunity to assist in surgical procedures

Client communication training and team collaboration opportunities

Program Highlights:
📅 Duration: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks (flexible based on student and hospital schedules)
🎓 Eligibility: veterinary students
💸 Stipend: $1,000 for students in their clinical years to assist with travel/living expenses

Join us at Shady Brook Animal Hospital and experience a supportive, engaging externship that prepares you for success as a future veterinarian.