Veterinary Extern - General Practice

New Melle Animal Hospital.; United States; On-site; USD 2,300 - 4,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates invites veterinary students to apply for an externship at New Melle Animal Hospital. This unique opportunity emphasizes mentorship and hands-on training, allowing you to sharpen your skills across various areas, including diagnostics and treatment planning.

Located in a welcoming community with access to suburban amenities, you will work closely with an experienced veterinarian to gain valuable insights and experience. Eligible students can benefit from a stipend and a comprehensive benefits package, enhancing both professional growth and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Students in their final clinical year of veterinary school are eligible.
• Experience with physical examinations, treatment planning, and diagnostics is beneficial.
• Strong communication with clients and team required.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside an experienced veterinarian and skilled support team.
• Train on digital x-ray, ultrasound, and dental radiology.
• Build strong communication skills with clients and colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Clinical skills

Client communication

Education

Final-year veterinary student (DVM track)

Tools

Digital x-ray

Ultrasound

Dental radiology

Job description

Step into a clinic where learning, mentorship, and teamwork thrive. At New Melle, you’ll work side‑by‑side with an experienced veterinarian and skilled support team to sharpen your skills in patient history, physical examinations, treatment planning, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and medical case management.

You’ll train on digital x‑ray, ultrasound, and dental radiology while also building strong communication skills with clients and colleagues.

Our culture is rooted in collaboration and mentorship — from our 25‑year lead technician to our enthusiastic new team members, you’ll be supported every step of the way. Located in a friendly small‑town community just 10 minutes from suburban amenities and stunning wine country, NMAH offers the perfect blend of professional growth and quality of life.

Join us — and make your externship truly unforgettable.

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at New Melle Animal Hospital are offered to students in their final clinical year of veterinary school.

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.

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.