Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Cape May Court House (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet care organization in Cape May Court House offers externship experiences for veterinary students. This program provides a unique opportunity to understand veterinary operations, develop clinical skills, and receive mentorship in a supportive environment. Students will engage in various tasks including patient care management and communication skills development.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and sick leave

Qualifications

• Students will gain hands-on clinical experience.
• Work closely with supervising veterinarians.
• Participate in diagnostics and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist in surgeries.
• Manage patient care and develop communication with clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Patient care management

Education

3rd and 4th-year veterinary students

Job description

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

Our busy clinic, located minutes from the beach, experiences its peak during the summer season, providing a fast-paced externship environment. We also offer holistic care options.

Students will work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and managing patient care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to develop 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. Externships at Parkway - Cape May Court House are designed for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students.

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the stipend amounts and HERE for detailed information on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love of animals and their owners.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams. We provide resources to support their growth and allow them to practice medicine in their own way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects passionate professionals to a community of learning and growth. Through our national presence, we deliver innovative technology that simplifies work and broadens care. NVA is dedicated to supporting your professional development through opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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 and compensation details can be discussed during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA complies with local laws providing paid sick, safe leave, and public health emergency leave under Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws and ordinances.

Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States