Veterinary Extern - General Practice

VetNetwork, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Clinical mentorship

Real-world experience

Job summary

Hill Country Animal Hospital in Austin, TX offers a DVM student externship with hands-on experience in a thriving general practice. You will conduct exams, gather histories, assist with procedures, and participate in case management while learning in a supportive team.

The program emphasizes mentorship, real-world clinical experience, and client communication. A travel/living stipend of up to $1,500 is available for the duration of 2–4 weeks.

Qualifications

• Open to DVM students

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

Education

DVM students

Job description

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

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

Contact & Application Guidance

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with employer match
• Paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees
• Paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act

The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.

Equal 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.