Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Doylestown is offering externships for veterinary students to gain practical experience. Students will work alongside a supervising veterinarian, engaging in essential tasks like patient history gathering, exams, and treatment planning. This opportunity supports professional growth and enhances skills within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team and clients.
• Hands-on experience under a supervising veterinarian.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist in diagnostics and surgeries under supervision.
• Create treatment plans for various cases.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patient History Gathering

Physical Examinations

Creating Treatment Plans

Education

Veterinary Student

Job description

Main Street Animal Hospital is a small animal practice in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, just outside Philadelphia. We have a typical caseload and wonderful clients who pursue diagnostics, providing fulfilling cases for our team.

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

Externship durations range from two to eight weeks, depending on schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. View stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a global pet care organization dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their owners.

Our mission is to empower care teams, providing resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals to a community that fosters learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to expand care and simplify work. NVA supports professional growth through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

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

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with local hiring regulations and consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.