Veterinary Extern - Equine

Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center; Cave Creek (AZ); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extern room on-site with full bathroom

After-hours experiences

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is offering an externship in Cave Creek, Arizona, for veterinary students. The externship includes hands-on experience assisting with treatments, observing veterinarians, and participating in rounds. Ideal candidates are third- and fourth-year veterinary students interested in equine internships. A minimum two-week block is recommended, providing a robust learning environment within a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a veterinary student.
• Focus on third and fourth-year veterinary students with interest in equine internships.

Responsibilities

• Assist with treatments and participate in rounds.
• Accompany/observe veterinarians on calls.

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

Goals of Externship

The goal of our externship is to expose to students to our varied caseload with both an in‑hospital, boarded specialist component as well as an ambulatory medicine component. We also have a busy, after‑hours emergency caseload that allows for more participation of the extern, especially as we develop more comfort with their knowledge base and skill set.

Externship Responsibilities

Assist with treatments, participate in rounds and journal clubs, assist with daily tasks and accompany/observe veterinarians on calls.

Other Information

We recommend at least a two‑week block, but most students benefit from a three to four‑week block if possible. For students interested in application for the internship program, a two‑week visit is highly recommended. This allows for a working interview, for both the extern and the doctors.

Prerequisites

Must be a veterinary student. Highest priority will be given to third‑ and fourth‑year veterinary students with an interest in pursuing an equine internship.

Living Quarters

An extern room on‑site with full bathroom is available to visiting externs. Residence at the clinic during the externship is strongly encouraged to take advantage of after‑hours experiences.

Estimated Workload

Externs will be expected to assist with treatments as deemed appropriate on hospitalized patients. The majority of the time will be assisting during daytime appointments either in‑hospital or on an ambulatory basis.

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

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world‑class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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.