Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Blanchester (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering externship opportunities for veterinary students at the Seven Hills Pet Clinic in Blanchester. Interns will gain clinical experience and develop their skills in a supportive environment, alongside a team of experienced veterinarians. This externship includes a travel/living expense stipend for eligible students.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Opportunity to assist in surgical procedures and dentistry services.
• Practice communication skills with medical team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervising veterinarian in clinical tasks.
• Perform diagnostics and create treatment plans.
• Observe and assist in surgeries.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

Veterinary student in clinical education

Job description

At Seven Hills Pet Clinic – Blanchester, we have 5 very experienced DVMs and a higher tech-to-doctor ratio for support. We enjoy a busy and energetic schedule. We have same day emergency and urgent care appointments, orthopedic specialty, three FT exotic vets, plus two mixed animal veterinarians. We see haul-in goats, sheep, pigs, and more. Our state-of-the-art facility is the winner of the Whamm Milford Chamber award for Best Vet two years in a row. We have in house Idexx, ultrasound, digital x-ray, sedivue, surgical laser, and therapy laser.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian 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. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE 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.