Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Gresham (OR); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading global veterinary organization is offering an externship at Gresham Animal Hospital for veterinary students in their final clinical year. This role provides invaluable hands-on experience, working alongside veterinarians on various tasks including patient examinations and treatments. The externship ranges from two to eight weeks, offering a stipend for travel and living expenses. Join a supportive team dedicated to animal welfare and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a veterinary student in the clinical portion of their education.
• Willingness to engage in hands-on clinical experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work with supervising veterinarian.
• Participate in daily operations of the hospital.
• Gain practical experience in veterinary medicine.

Skills

Patient history gathering

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Diagnostics

Dentistry services

Surgical procedures assistance

Communication skills

Education

Final clinical year veterinary school

Job description

Gresham Animal Hospital is a well-known and well-respected hospital in the outer S.E. Portland area for 80 years in a newer 7000-square-foot facility.An externship experience at our 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 veterinarian 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 range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships are offered to students in their final clinical year of veterinary school.

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.

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

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k 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.

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.