Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers a hands-on externship opportunity for veterinary students at its Glendale, AZ location. Participants will work alongside experienced veterinarians while gaining valuable clinical exposure and skills necessary for veterinary practice. This externship, lasting between two to eight weeks, promotes learning in a supportive environment dedicated to high-quality animal care.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Mentorship opportunities

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision

Qualifications

• Students must be enrolled in veterinary school.
• Willingness to engage in hands-on clinical experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist with surgical procedures and treatment plans.
• Enhance communication with medical teams and clients.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Patient management

Education

Veterinary Medicine Student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day 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 services, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externships at Apollo 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 in the clinical portion 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 stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love of animals and the people who love them.

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 connects professionals who share a passion for animals, fostering learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care, supporting your professional development through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific information about compensation and benefits can be provided during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA complies with state laws providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave under Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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