Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers an externship program for veterinary students, providing hands-on experience in clinical operations alongside experienced Associate Veterinarians. This unique opportunity allows students to enhance their clinical skills and communication while working in a supportive environment committed to exceptional animal care.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical phase encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on clinical experience in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist in surgical procedures and manage medical cases.
• Develop communication skills with clients and the medical team.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

Veterinary degree in clinical phase

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and managing medical cases. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations typically 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 at Lafayette Veterinary Care Center.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. View stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for animals and their owners.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams. We provide resources to practice medicine in their own way, connect professionals through our network of 1,000 hospitals, and deliver innovative technology to simplify work and expand care. NVA supports professional growth through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off, including sick leave. Specific benefits may vary by location, and additional information can be provided during the application process. In Colorado, eligible employees also receive paid sick, safe leave, and public health emergency leave per state regulations.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with local hiring ordinances and consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.