Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking veterinary students for externships offering hands-on clinical experience in a supportive environment. Students will work alongside experienced veterinarians to gain valuable skills in patient care and medical practices, making this externship an enriching opportunity for professional growth.

Benefits

Travel and living expense stipend

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off, including sick leave

Qualifications

• Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians.
• Externships primarily for veterinary students in clinical education phase.

Responsibilities

• Gaining hands-on experience with patient care and medical cases.
• Participating in surgeries and learning diagnostics.

Skills

Patient history gathering

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Diagnostics

Dentistry

Surgical assistance

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital offers students a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they share common features: a supportive environment, a commitment to excellent medicine, and a dedication to providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing medical cases. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

The externship duration typically ranges 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 in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel and living expense stipend. Click here to view the stipend amounts and more details about the program.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization, united by a love for animals and their owners.

Our mission at NVA is to improve the lives of pets and their owners. We empower our care teams by providing resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animal care, fostering learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology and expand care. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave) for eligible employees. Specific benefits and compensation details can be provided during the application process. In Colorado, eligible employees also receive paid sick and safe leave, and public health emergency leave, in accordance with state law.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records, in compliance with local regulations.