Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers a unique externship experience for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students at their Brentwood location. Externs will work closely with veterinarians, gaining hands-on skills in patient care, diagnostics, and surgical assistance while being supported by a network committed to quality animal care and professional growth.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in hands-on clinical duties.
• Ability to work with supervising Associate Veterinarians.
• Strong communication skills with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering patient histories and physical exams.
• Help create treatment plans and conduct diagnostics.
• Observe and assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Diagnostics

Dentistry

Surgical assistance

Medical management

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student (3rd or 4th-year)

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. At Brentwood Family Pet Care, externships are designed for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click here to view stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for animals and those who care for them.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animal care, fostering learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care. NVA supports your professional journey through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits may vary by location and can be discussed during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA complies with state laws providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We adhere to local and state hiring regulations, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.