Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Florida; On-site; USD 4,500 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Florida offers externships for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. Externs will work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain practical experience in gathering patient histories, performing exams, and creating treatment plans. They will also assist in surgical procedures and learn to communicate effectively with clients and medical staff.

This externship ranges from two to eight weeks and includes potential stipends for travel and living expenses.

Qualifications

• Open to 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.
• Ability to gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Skills in creating treatment plans and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian during externship.
• Observe and assist in surgical procedures.
• Practice communication skills with medical team and clients.

Education

Veterinary student (3rd or 4th year)

Job description

About the Clinic

At Fernandina Beach Animal Clinic, we believe in doing the ordinary extraordinarily well. Our well‑equipped facility offers digital general and dental radiology, class IV therapeutic laser therapy, diagnostic ultrasound, complete in‑house laboratory services, surgical and dental suites, and integrated electronic medical records. We boast many resources, the most valuable being our knowledgeable and tenured support staff. We foster a family‑oriented environment and promote the wellness of our veterinarians.

Externship Details

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. Externships at Fernandina Beach Animal Clinic are available for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

Stipend

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

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.