Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; DeRidder (LA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers an externship opportunity for veterinary students in DeRidder, Louisiana. The program focuses on hands-on clinical experience, working with Associate Veterinarians to perform patient assessments and treatments. Students enhance both clinical and communication skills within a supportive environment dedicated to excellent animal care. Benefits include medical coverage and a potential stipend for travel/living expenses, making this a valuable opportunity for those in their clinical education phase.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.
• Eligible students in the clinical portion of their education may receive a travel/living expense stipend.
• Students in the clinical portion are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians to gather patient histories.
• Perform physical exams and assist in diagnostics and treatment plans.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team and clients.

Job description

Externship Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Responsibilities

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians 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.

Qualifications and Details

Most externship experiences at Hayes Veterinary 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.

Benefits

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time). Additional benefits may be provided depending on location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.