Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Cibolo (TX); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend up to $1,500

Comprehensive benefits program including medical and dental

Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is seeking veterinary students for externship opportunities at Cibolo Small Animal Hospital in Texas. The externship offers hands-on experience working alongside experienced veterinarians in a small-town setting. Students will engage in various clinical tasks, including patient exams and surgical assistance. A travel stipend is available for students during the clinical year. This is an excellent opportunity to gain vital skills in the veterinary field within an inclusive community.

Qualifications

• Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian.
• Gaining experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Must be in the clinical portion of their education.

Responsibilities

• Performing diagnostics and dentistry services.
• Observing or assisting with surgical procedures.
• Practicing communication skills with team and clients.
• Develop medical management of patients and communicate with the care team and clients.

Job description

Cibolo Small Animal Hospital offers up to $1,500 travel stipend for clinical year externships.

Cibolo Small Animal Hospital is a 2‑doctor practice that truly is here for the love of animals and those that love them. We are located in Cibolo, Texas, and have a small‑town feel but San Antonio and Austin are both within an hour’s drive. New Braunfels, Gruene, and several other fun towns are nearby to explore. We can’t wait to share our years of experience and knowledge with a new comer as it energizes our passion to work with someone who is excited to join the veterinary field!

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 at Cibolo Small Animal Hospital 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.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.