Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Massanutten Animal Clinic; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off (including sick time)

Job summary

A global pet care organization seeks veterinary students for externship opportunities at their hospitals in Harrisonburg, Virginia. This externship offers hands-on clinical experience, working alongside veterinarians to build essential skills, including patient exams and treatment planning. Participants are eligible for a stipend for travel/living expenses. They offer a supportive environment committed to excellent animal care and employee growth.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students must be attending an AVMA-accredited college.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the medical team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and participate in diagnostics.
• Assist in performing surgical procedures.

Education

AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students attending school to become a veterinarian 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 attending an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine 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 Massanutten Animal Clinic 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.

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.

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.

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.