Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary clinic as an extern, gaining valuable hands-on experience in animal care while working closely with a skilled veterinarian. This externship offers a supportive environment and opportunities to enhance your clinical and communication skills, with a travel stipend available. If you're a veterinary student in your clinical phase, this is the perfect chance to grow professionally in a reputable practice.

Benefits

$500 travel stipend

Hands-on experience with experienced veterinarians

Qualifications

• Students must be in their final clinical year.
• Hands-on experience in various veterinary tasks is offered.
• Enhancement of communication skills with staff and clients is expected.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian on patient histories and exams.
• Assist in treatment plans, diagnostics, and surgical procedures.
• Communicate effectively with medical team and clients.

Skills

Communication

Hands-on experience

Education

Veterinary student in clinical phase

Job description

Mt Pleasant Veterinary Clinic is a full-service Animal Hospital with over 25 years of experience. We are proud to be a Cat-Friendly Practice (CFP), with Dr. Boland providing behavioral expertise and education for our feline and canine patients and clients. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality of care and compassion in veterinary medicine, while maintaining a welcoming, informative, and supportive environment for our clients and a positive workplace for our staff.

We offer externship opportunities for veterinary students in their final clinical year. Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain hands-on experience in patient histories, physical exams, treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, surgical procedures, and medical management. Additionally, students will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on schedules. Veterinary students in the clinical phase are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. For details on stipend amounts and program information, click HERE.

An additional $500 travel stipend is available for externships at this hospital.

About National Veterinary Associates

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization committed to improving the lives of pets and their owners. We support our care teams with resources, technology, and a community of passionate professionals to foster growth and learning. NVA offers opportunities for mentorship, ownership, and professional development.

NVA provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. Specific benefits may vary by location. In Colorado, eligible employees receive paid sick and safe leave, and public health emergency leave in accordance with state laws.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with all applicable fair chance hiring laws.