Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Medical, dental, vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Herndon, Virginia offers a unique externship experience for veterinary students. This hands-on program allows students to understand the day-to-day operations of a veterinary practice while providing essential clinical experience.

Responsibilities include gathering patient histories, conducting physical exams, implementing treatment plans, and managing medical care. The externship may last from two to eight weeks, providing valuable exposure in a supportive environment committed to excellent service.

Participants may also receive a travel/living expense stipend and will enjoy a robust benefits program, including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students are encouraged to participate in the externship program.
• Eligibility for a travel/living expense stipend.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories.
• Perform physical examinations.
• Create and implement treatment plans.
• Conduct diagnostics.
• Provide dental services.
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures.
• Manage medical care of patients.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team.

Job description

Externship Experience

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 each NVA hospital is unique, they share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories
• Perform physical examinations
• Create and implement treatment plans
• Conduct diagnostics
• Provide dental services
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures
• Manage medical care of patients
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Duration and Eligibility

Externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students are encouraged to participate. Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time). For positions based in Colorado, paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave are provided in accordance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.