Veterinary extern: Clinical Skills & Surgeries (Stipend)

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Animal Hospital offers a structured externship for veterinary students in Des Moines, IA, to work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain hands-on experience in histories, exams, treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, and surgery.

Externs will also develop communication skills with the veterinary team and clients, with programs typically lasting two to eight weeks; stipends may cover travel and living expenses.

Qualifications

• Externs are veterinary students in 3rd or 4th year.
• Externships range from two to eight weeks.
• Eligible for travel/living expense stipend.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Develop treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, and observe or assist surgical procedures.
• Practice communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Job description

Ingersoll Animal Hospital offers a structured externship for veterinary students in Des Moines, IA, to work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain hands-on experience in histories, exams, treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, and surgery.

Externs will also develop communication skills with the veterinary team and clients, with programs typically lasting two to eight weeks; stipends may cover travel and living expenses.