Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 4,600 - 9,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off including sick time

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is offering externship opportunities for veterinary students in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Students will gain hands-on experience in various clinical skills, work closely with veterinarians, and receive a stipend for travel and living expenses. This program encourages students to enhance their communication skills while contributing to a fulfilling veterinary practice.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.
• Experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Strong communication skills with the medical team and clients.
• All veterinary students are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.
• Clinical externs may receive travel/living expense stipends.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian.
• Participate in diagnostics, dentistry services, and surgical procedures.
• Practice clinical skills during externship.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical observation

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

Main Street Animal Hospital is a 4-doctor small animal practice in adorable Doylestown, Pennsylvania, just outside of Philadelphia. We see a typical caseload but have wonderful clients who are willing to pursue diagnostics, allowing a sense of fulfillment when working up medical cases.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian 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.

Most externship experiences 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.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion, so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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.

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.