Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is offering externships for veterinary students at its Frisco location. Participants will gain hands-on experience by working alongside experienced veterinarians, enhancing their clinical skills and communication with clients and staff. This externship typically lasts between two to eight weeks, providing invaluable insights into veterinary medicine.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a veterinary program and in the clinical phase of education.
• Ability to perform physical exams and develop treatment plans with supervision.
• Interest in hands-on clinical experience and exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist in surgical procedures.
• Develop communication skills with medical teams and clients.

Skills

Communication

Clinical examination

Patient interaction

Education

Veterinary student in 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 has its own characteristics, all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing 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, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing medical cases. Externs will also have opportunities to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations at Animal Medical & Surgery Hospital (AMSH) of Frisco typically 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 in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the stipend amounts and HERE for more details on the program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for animals and their owners.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams. We provide resources to support their practice, connect them through a network of 1,000 hospitals, and deliver innovative technology to enhance care. NVA is dedicated to supporting professional growth through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. Specific details about compensation and benefits can be provided during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA complies with state-specific paid sick, safe leave, and public health emergency leave laws.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We also adhere to local hiring ordinances and consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.