Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,320 - 44,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital offers a unique externship experience in Boston for veterinary students to gain valuable clinical exposure. As externs, students will work with supervising veterinarians, supporting assessments and managing medical care while enhancing their communication skills.

Eligible participants will receive a stipend for travel and living expenses. The program includes a comprehensive benefits package, covering medical, dental, vision, and paid time off. Join us to cultivate your veterinary career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.
• Ability to work closely with supervising veterinarian and medical team.
• Skills in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, and managing medical care.

Responsibilities

• Work with the supervising veterinarian to gain clinical experience.
• Assist or perform surgical procedures and manage patient care.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team and clients.

Job description

Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital gives students the opportunity to understand day‑to‑day operations, gain valuable clinical experience, and work in a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine.

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 managing medical care of patients. Additionally, externs will practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Eligibility and Stipend

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel and living expense stipend for externships ranging from two to eight weeks. View the list of stipend amounts and details on the stipend program for more information.

Benefits

All eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time). For Colorado‑based positions, employees receive paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.