Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Hanford (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Hanford Veterinary Hospital in California is offering a veterinary externship designed for 3rd and 4th year students. Externs work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain hands-on experience in patient histories, exams, treatment planning, diagnostics, dentistry, and surgical settings.

Externships range from two to eight weeks and include a travel/living stipend of $1,500 for eligible clinical students. The program emphasizes mentorship and real-world clinical exposure.

Responsibilities

• Glean patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and order diagnostics as needed.
• Assist with or perform dental procedures and surgeries under supervision.
• Manage medical cases and medications for patients.
• Develop communication skills with the medical team and clients.

Job description

Hospital Name: Hanford Veterinary Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Extern

Description & Requirements

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 range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Hanford Veterinary Hospital are designed for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

Veterinarystudents who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.The stipend amount forHanford Veterinary Hospital is $1,500.

Hospital Overview

Staffing

• Collaborative team of 3 veterinarians supported
• 16 experienced technicians and staff

Equipment & Technology

• In-house IDEXX laboratory
• Digital radiology and digital dental radiography
• Therapeutic laser
• Fully equipped surgical suite
• Soft tissue, orthopedic, and dental surgery

Clinic Culture

• Highly respected, community-trusted practice with a loyal and long-standing client base
• Strong mentorship program for new graduates and developing veterinarians

Location

Hanford offers affordable housing, short commutes, and a welcoming community, all while keeping you close to some of California’s most iconic destinations: