Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital is offering a veterinary student externship at Pet Medical Center of Katy where students can gain hands-on experience in patient care. This program provides the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinarians and develop clinical skills in a supportive environment.

The externship lasts between 2 to 4 weeks and includes various responsibilities such as conducting physical exams and participating in surgeries. A travel/living stipend is available for eligible students.

Qualifications

• Open to 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students.
• Ability to conduct physical exams and develop diagnostic plans.
• Interest in gaining hands-on clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducting physical exams and collecting patient histories.
• Developing diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Participating in dentistry and soft tissue surgeries.
• Gain hands-on experience in clinical procedures and case management.
• Enhance client communication and team collaboration skills.

Skills

Patient care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Team collaboration

Education

3rd and 4th year veterinary students

Job description

Veterinary Student Externship – Pet Medical Center of Katy

Are you ready to turn your classroom knowledge into real‑world skills? At Pet Medical Center of Katy, our externship program offers an immersive, hands‑on experience in a supportive, high‑quality veterinary practice. As part of the National Veterinary Associates (NVA) family, we are committed to cultivating the next generation of veterinary professionals through exceptional mentorship and meaningful clinical exposure.

What to Expect

Externs at Pet Medical Center of Katy will be integrated into day‑to‑day operations and actively involved in patient care. You’ll work closely with experienced veterinarians and our compassionate support team to build confidence in key clinical skills while learning how a thriving practice runs behind the scenes.

Externship Opportunities Include

• Conducting physical exams and collecting patient histories
• Developing diagnostic and treatment plans
• Participating in dentistry and soft tissue surgeries (based on experience)
• Gaining hands‑on experience in clinical procedures and case management
• Enhancing client communication and team collaboration skills

Program Details

• Location: Pet Medical Center of Katy
• Duration: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks, depending on availability
• Eligibility: Open to 3rd, and 4th year veterinary students
• Travel/Living Stipend: Available for students in the clinical portion of their education

Benefits

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. 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.

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.