Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

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Job summary

Frederick Road Veterinary Hospital is a close-knit veterinary team offering extern experiences to veterinary students. Externs work closely with the supervising veterinarian, gaining experience in patient histories, exams, treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, and surgical observing/assistance.

Communication with staff and clients is emphasized. Externships typically run from two to eight weeks, with stipends provided to those in the clinical portion of their education, amounting to $1,500

Job description

Hospital Name: Frederick Road Veterinary Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Extern

Description & Requirements

Frederick Road Veterinary Hospital is a close-knit team of professionals who believe in providing exceptional care to patients and clients. We focus on client education and offering a comfortable experience for all involved. Our team has not had any turnover in the last year, which is a testament to the culture we have established here. In prioritizing the well-being of our teammates, we are able to present the best versions of ourselves to our clients and patients.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

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. Te stipend amount forFrederick Road Veterinary Hospital is $1,500.