Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend available

Job summary

Hill Country Animal Hospital, part of the NVA network in Austin, TX, offers a Veterinary Externship designed for DVM students. The program provides hands-on clinical experience with a supportive team, including mentorship and exposure to a wide range of general practice cases.

The externship runs 2–4 weeks, with a travel/living stipend of up to $1,500 available for students in the clinical phase. As part of a busy practice, you will conduct exams, participate in case management, and observe

Qualifications

• DVM student pursuing externship in veterinary clinic.
• Participation in exams and client histories.
• Assistance/observation in surgical and dental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conducting physical exams and gathering patient histories.
• Developing and implementing diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Assisting with or observing surgical and dental procedures.
• Participating in diagnostics and case management.
• Practicing communication and client education.
• Observing the operational side of a busy general practice.

Skills

Clinical mentorship

Student engagement

Education

DVM student

Job description

Hospital Name: Hill Country Animal Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Extern

Description & Requirements

Veterinary Externship — Hill Country Animal Hospital

• Up to $1,500 Travel/Living Stipend Available
• Supportive Team | Clinical Mentorship | Real-World Experience

About the Clinic:

Located in Austin, Hill Country Animal Hospital is a full-service small animal practice known for its high standard of care, compassionate team, and strong client relationships. As part of the NVA network, our clinic blends small-town warmth with access to advanced diagnostics and procedures, offering students a well-rounded, hands-on externship experience.

Externship Overview:

Conducting physical exams and gathering patient histories

Developing and implementing diagnostic and treatment plans

Assisting with or observing surgical and dental procedures

Participating in diagnostics and case management

Practicing communication and client education

Observing the operational side of a busy general practice

We’re committed to student learning and mentorship— you’ll be an active part of our medical team, not just a bystander.

Program Details:

• Location: Austin, TX
• Duration: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks (flexible based on student/hospital schedules)
• Open to: DVM students
• Stipend: Up to $1,500 available for students in the clinical phase

Why Choose Hill Country Animal Hospital?

Friendly, experienced team invested in teaching

Exposure to a wide variety of general practice cases

Welcoming culture with strong support staff