Veterinary Extern - Alaska Clinical Hands-On with Stipend

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Soldotna (AK); On-site; USD 5,600 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Living stipend

Job summary

Soldotna Animal Hospital offers veterinary externship experiences allowing students to work closely with supervising veterinarians. Trainees gain hands-on clinical exposure, including history taking, exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning.

Externs may observe or assist in surgeries and practice communication with the medical team and clients. Alaska permit requirements and stipend opportunities are part of the program.

Qualifications

• Final-year veterinary student eligible for externship in Alaska.
• Supervision by Associate Veterinarian; gain hands-on clinical experience.
• Must hold Alaska veterinary student permit before externship.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams under supervision.
• Assist with diagnostics, treatment plans, dentistry, and surgical procedures.
• Provide medical management of patients and monitor progress.
• Communicate with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Final-year veterinary student

Tools

Stethoscope

Job description

Soldotna Animal Hospital offers veterinary externship experiences allowing students to work closely with supervising veterinarians. Trainees gain hands-on clinical exposure, including history taking, exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning.

Externs may observe or assist in surgeries and practice communication with the medical team and clients. Alaska permit requirements and stipend opportunities are part of the program.