Veterinary Extern - Emergency

Arizona Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Center; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off including sick leave

401k with employer match

Job summary

A leading veterinary care organization in Gilbert, Arizona, offers clinical externships for veterinary students. Externs will gain hands-on experience in emergency and critical care through mentorship from specialists. This role provides the opportunity to engage in diagnostics, surgical assistance, and participate in educational didactics. Ideal for students interested in furthering their veterinary careers, particularly those considering internships or residencies.

Qualifications

• Students currently enrolled in a veterinary program.
• Interest in emergency and critical care in small animal medicine.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced veterinarians during emergency and ICU shifts.
• Participate in daily cage-side rounds.
• Assist with diagnostics and procedures as deemed appropriate.

Job description

University of Arizona students need not apply - booking is handled by your school and you will receive a confirmation in March each year, once blocks are confirmed.

Arizona Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center (AVECCC) is offering clinical externships for veterinary students interested in pursuing experience in emergency and critical care in small animal medicine. AVECCC is a segment of Arizona Veterinary Specialists, the largest specialty hospital in the Phoenix metro area with specialists representing 10 specialties (including 5 resident programs and 2 internship programs).

Externs have the opportunity to work alongside one of six diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) as well as several experienced Emergency Clinicians while on emergency and/or ICU shifts. They will also be able to work one-on-one with current ECC interns and residents to learn about next steps following veterinary school. Externs have the opportunity to be involved with daily cage-side rounds, including holidays, with a DACVECC and/or ECC resident present. Additional time is given for the opportunity to participate in weekly didactics; including but not limited to journal club, weekly topic seminars, morbidity & mortality rounds, etc.

Student Externs will be encouraged to be involved in cases as well as perform and interpret diagnostics alongside their mentor veterinarian. If opportunity allows, students are encouraged to scrub in and assist with surgery and other procedures as deemed appropriate by the veterinarian. AVECCC offers extensive diagnostic and treatment capabilities including an in-house laboratory (CBC, biochemistry, blood gases, coagulation analyzer, sedivue), basic and advanced monitoring equipment (direct/indirect arterial BP, ETCO2, CVP, ECG, pulse oximetry), mechanical ventilator (both anesthetic and long-term ventilator), dialysis and plasma exchange, defibrillator, digital radiography, point of care ultrasound, acupuncture, as well as referral access to echocardiography, radiologist performed ultrasounds, CT, stereotactic radiation and endoscopy.

Consideration will be given to all interested externs currently in veterinary school. Students considering advanced training such as internship and/or residency are especially encouraged to visit and meet current interns and residents currently in training.

Our hospitals are located in Gilbert, Peoria and Queen Creek, all rapidly growing communities, with great restaurants and nightlife. Warm climate year-round, beautiful mountain and desert views, hiking and outdoor activities, access to lakes nearby and driving distance to attractions such as the California coastline, Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, Sedona, among others, are just some of the advantages of our location.

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.