Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Alabama; On-site; USD 5,600 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering a hands-on externship at Mannsdale Animal Clinic in Madison, MS for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. Gain experience in clinical skills by working closely with supervising veterinarians. The externship spans from two to eight weeks, providing opportunities to enhance both veterinary and communication skills. NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.
• Must demonstrate communication skills with medical team and clients.
• Stipend for travel/living expenses is available; details on the company site.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian.
• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist in surgical procedures.
• Enhance communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Skills

Clinical observation

History taking

Communication

Education

3rd and 4th year veterinary students

Job description

Overview

We are a small animal clinic located in Madison, MS. We have a unique culture and provide a hands‑on learning environment for externs! We will help you learn, help you grow, and most importantly help you become the best veterinarian you can be. We not only concentrate on quality medicine but quality client education and communication as well. We are here to “Redefine the Veterinary Experience.”

Responsibilities

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating 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.

Eligibility and Stipend

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Mannsdale Animal Clinic are designed for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. (Stipend details can be found on the company website.)

Benefits

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.