Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Casa Grande Animal Hospital; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 8,900 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and 401k

Paid time off including sick time

Stipend for eligible veterinary students

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is offering an externship to veterinary students to gain hands-on clinical experience. The program typically lasts two to eight weeks, providing the opportunity to work closely with veterinarians in a supportive environment. Eligible students may also receive a stipend for travel and living expenses. This externship aims to empower students and enhance their professional growth in animal care.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students encouraged to apply, regardless of class year.
• Eligibility for a travel/living expense stipend.
• Travel/living expense stipends are available for eligible veterinary students.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with veterinarians to gain clinical experience.
• Perform or assist with diagnostics and surgical procedures.
• Engage in medical management of patients.
• Practice clinical skills and develop communication with the team.

Skills

Patient histories

Physical exams

Treatment planning

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, and creation of treatment plans.
• Perform or assist with diagnostics, dentistry services, and surgical procedures (observation or hands-on).
• Engage in medical management of patients.
• Practice clinical skills and develop communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Eligibility & Duration

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.

About NVA

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.