Veterinary Extern - Emergency & General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Hudson Oaks (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

A leading veterinary organization in Hudson Oaks offers externship opportunities for veterinary students, providing hands-on clinical experience and mentorship. Students will work closely with veterinarians, gaining skills in patient care and medical management. This role includes a stipend for travel expenses, along with a supportive learning environment dedicated to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.
• Opportunities to practice communication skills with the medical team and clients.
• Willingness to learn patient histories, exams, diagnostics, and surgical observations.

Responsibilities

• Support Associate Veterinarians by gathering patient histories.
• Perform physical exams and assist in surgical procedures.
• Engage with the medical team and support staff.

Job description

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

I-20 Animal Hospital is a 24-hour full-service veterinary medical facility located in Hudson Oaks, TX (just east of Weatherford, TX). It is 12-14 minutes west of Ft. Worth, TX. We provide routine pet health care as well as emergency and critical care for our patients.

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians at I-20 Animal Hospital to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. ClickHERE to view list of stipend amounts andHERE for details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA 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. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA 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. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.