Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Carlsbad, New Mexico, invites veterinary students to participate in an externship program designed to offer hands-on clinical experience. Externs will work closely with Associate Veterinarians to gather patient histories, perform examinations, create treatment plans, and conduct various procedures.

The externship lasts between two to eight weeks, with potential housing options available. The program also includes opportunities for communication skills development and engagement with the medical team and support staff.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be enrolled in the clinical portion of their veterinary education.
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories.
• Perform physical examinations.
• Create treatment plans.
• Conduct diagnostic tests.
• Provide dentistry services.
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures.
• Manage patient care medically.
• Communicate with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Education

Enrolled as a veterinary student in the clinical portion of education

Job description

Externship Program Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give veterinary students the opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gather patient histories, perform physical exams, create treatment plans, conduct diagnostics, provide dentistry services, observe, assist or perform surgical procedures, and manage patients medically. In addition to practicing clinical skills, externs will practice communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Program Length & Housing

Most externship experiences at Carlsbad Animal Clinic range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. Housing may be available in some instances.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories
• Perform physical examinations
• Create treatment plans
• Conduct diagnostic tests
• Provide dentistry services
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures
• Manage patient care medically
• Communicate with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a veterinary student in the clinical portion of education
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time). Eligible employees may receive paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with Colorado law for positions based in Colorado.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.