Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Cherry Hill Township is seeking veterinary students for externship opportunities. Students will gain hands-on experience in medical care, diagnostics, and patient management within a supportive team committed to animal welfare. The externship duration varies, and a stipend may be available for eligible students.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• Ability to perform physical exams and create treatment plans.
• Experience with surgical procedures and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist in creation of treatment plans and diagnostics.
• Observe and assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Patient management

Education

Current veterinary student

Job description

Cherry Hill Animal Hospital are a 4 full-time and 1 part time doctor, companion animal hospital. Our Fear Free certified clinic combines a community and family feel with state-of-the-art technology. With the support of NVA, we can provide complete medical and behavioral health care to our patients and clients, while maintaining our close-knit community connections. We offer our clients routine wellness and illness care as well as ultrasonography, digital radiographs, dental radiographs, cutting laser, therapeutic cold laser, and behavior medicine. We understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value.

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. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

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.