Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers externships for clinical-year veterinary students at their hospitals. This unique opportunity allows students to gain practical experience in veterinary medicine, including patient care and surgical assistance, while being mentored by experienced veterinarians.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Qualifications

• Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians.
• Expectations include gathering patient histories, performing exams, and managing patient care.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on clinical experience within a supportive environment.
• Assist with surgical procedures and diagnostics, as well as patient management.

Education

Veterinary student in the clinical phase

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with 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 all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and 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, assisting or performing surgical procedures, and managing patient care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations at East State Veterinary Clinic typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. These externships are designed for clinical-year veterinary students.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click here to view stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization dedicated to the love of animals and their owners.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals fosters a community of passionate professionals who learn and grow together. We leverage technology and innovation to simplify work and expand care. NVA supports 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 compensation and benefits details can be provided during the application process. In Colorado, NVA complies with state laws providing paid sick, safe leave, and public health emergency leave.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.