Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 2,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on mentoring

Travel stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital offers veterinary externship opportunities in Galveston, Texas. Focus on hands-on experience with small animals and exotics while working alongside dedicated veterinarians. Enjoy a travel stipend of up to $2500 and experience the coastal lifestyle during your externship.

The externships run from 2 to 8 weeks, providing students with vital practical skills in a collaborative environment. This role is open to veterinary students at all levels, encouraging them to develop their skills amidst the beauty of Galveston Island.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students eager to gain hands-on experience.
• Participate in diagnostics, surgery, and treatment planning.
• Encouraged for students of all class years.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced veterinarians.
• Treat small animals and exotics.
• Learn in a mentorship-driven team.

Job description

Travel Stipend

Galveston Veterinary Clinic offers up to a $2500 travel stipend for 2027 clinical year externships.

Externship Overview

Are you a veterinary student eager to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic environment? Galveston Veterinary Clinic, located just blocks from the beach, offers externship opportunities to help you enhance your clinical skills including exotics while enjoying the coastal lifestyle.

Externship Highlights

• Hands‑on Experience: Work alongside experienced veterinarians in diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and treatment planning.
• Diverse Animal Care: Treat small animals and exotics.
• Collaborative Environment: Learn in a supportive, mentorship‑driven team.
• Flexible Duration: Externships range from 2 to 8 weeks.
• Coastal Living: Explore the beach and local attractions during your time off.

All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships. Join us for a fulfilling externship and develop your veterinary skills while experiencing the unique lifestyle of Galveston Island!

Travel and Stipend Details

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

EEO 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.