Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Clarksville (TN); Sur place; USD 4 500 - 13 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Travel/living expense stipend

Hands-on experience

Résumé du poste

A veterinary clinic in Clarksville, TN, is offering a Veterinary Externship for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students. The externship provides hands-on experience in small animal care, including assisting with physical exams and surgical procedures. Students are eligible for a stipend for travel and living expenses during the externship, which typically lasts from 2 to 8 weeks.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in small animal care.
• Eligibility for a travel/living expense stipend.
• Working in a clinical setting under supervision.

Responsabilités

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Provide dentistry services and assist with surgical procedures.
• Participate in medical management of patients.
• Develop communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Connaissances

Patient history gathering

Physical exams

Communication skills

Formation

Currently enrolled in veterinary school (3rd or 4th year)

Outils

Ultrasound equipment

Echocardiography basics

Description du poste

Overview

Veterinary Extern - General Practice at NVA General Practice. This externship provides hands-on experience in small animal care and offers learning opportunities at two hospitals located in Clarksville, TN (north of Nashville).

Responsibilities

• Assist with gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, and diagnostics under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Provide dentistry services, observe or assist with surgical procedures, and participate in medical management of patients.
• Gain experience with echocardiography (echo), ultrasounds, routine exams, and emergencies.
• Develop communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Eligibility & Details

• Externship duration typically ranges from 2 to 8 weeks; designed for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.
• Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.
• The externship will be conducted at two hospitals in Clarksville, TN.

Location

Clarksville, TN (north of Nashville)