Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Countryside (IL); On-site; USD 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend of $1,500

Job summary

A veterinary practice is offering an externship for veterinary students seeking hands-on clinical experience. Responsibilities include working with veterinarians on patient care, and students will receive a stipend of $1,500. This opportunity encourages growth and practice in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Assist with surgical procedures and medical management of patients.

Education

Veterinary student in clinical education

Job description

Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students the opportunity to understand day-to-day operations and gain hands-on clinical experience. The environment is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and their people.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Program details

Most externship experiences at Countryside Veterinary Center 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.

Stipend

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. The stipend amount for Countryside Veterinary Center is $1,500. Details on the stipend program are available in the stipend overview.

Qualifications

• Eligible students: veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education (all class years encouraged).
• Must participate in externship programs within the NVA network.