Veterinary Extern - Emergency & General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers externships at a leading veterinary hospital, providing clinical students hands-on experience in small animal medicine. Join a dedicated team supporting your professional development, with opportunities to learn essential skills in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Travel stipend

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical phase of education.
• Qualifications include the ability to gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Ability to assist in diagnostics and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist in treatment plans and diagnostics.
• Observe or assist in surgical procedures and manage patient care.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Diagnostic Skills

Surgical Assistance

Education

DVM Student

Job description

I-20 Animal Medical Center offers up to a $2500 travel stipend for Clinical Year Externships.

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital has its own characteristics, all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Open 24/7 - ER/GP/Dental - A great opportunity to learn various aspects of small animal medicine with a dedicated team of professionals!

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing patient care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. All DVM students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate in NVA externships at I-20 Animal Medical Center.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the list of stipend amounts and HERE for more details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for animals and their owners.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams. We support their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology that simplifies work and expands care. We are committed to your professional development, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits details can be provided during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA complies with state laws providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable laws and ordinances.