Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary practice as a Veterinary Extern. This externship offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment, working alongside experienced veterinarians to develop clinical skills and manage patient care. Ideal for veterinary students seeking practical exposure in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Hands-on clinical experience

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in clinical education.
• Hands-on clinical experience with patients.
• Ability to gather patient histories and assist in diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians.
• Perform physical exams and create treatment plans.
• Assist in surgical procedures and medical management.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary degree (in progress)

Job description

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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.

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians 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 at Glen Ellyn Animal Hospital 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 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Internship

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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