Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 6,700 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

A veterinary services organization is offering an externship for veterinary students in Eugene, Oregon. This role provides hands-on clinical experience, mentorship, and a supportive environment. Responsibilities include gathering patient histories and performing examinations under guidance. Students in the clinical portion of their education are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a recognized veterinary school.
• In the clinical portion of your studies.
• Stipend amounts and the stipend program details are provided separately.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories with supervision.
• Perform physical examinations under guidance.
• Assist with diagnostics and treatment plans.
• Assist with diagnostics, including imaging and laboratory procedures.
• Carry out dentistry services and observe or assist surgical procedures.
• Support medical management of patients.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical examinations

Creating treatment plans

Assisting with diagnostics

Carrying out dentistry services

Communication skills

Education

Currently enrolled veterinary students

Job description

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About the Externship

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

• Gather patient histories with supervision.
• Perform physical examinations under guidance.
• Participate in creation of treatment plans.
• Assist with diagnostics, including imaging and laboratory procedures.
• Carry out dentistry services and observe or assist surgical procedures.
• Support medical management of patients.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship Details

Most externship experiences at NVA General Practice range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate. Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Position Details

Seniority level: Internship
Employment type: Internship
Job function: Education and Training
Industry: Veterinary Services

Eligibility & Application

Applicants must be currently enrolled veterinary students in a recognized veterinary school and in the clinical portion of their studies. Please visit the stipend program page for details on stipend amounts and the stipend program.

Additional Information

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