Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) offers veterinary externships providing students with critical clinical experience and support. Participants work alongside veterinarians to develop essential skills in patient care and diagnosis while engaging in a supportive community that fosters learning and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off, including sick leave

Qualifications

• Current veterinary students encouraged to participate.
• Hands-on experience with clinical operations.
• Active participation in diagnosis and patient management.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarians.
• Assist in surgical procedures and diagnostics.
• Enhance communication with medical team and clients.

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student in clinical portion

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, they all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

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

Externship durations at Savannah Animal Hospital - Delaware 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.

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the stipend amounts and HERE for more 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 with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animal care, fostering a community of learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care for all. NVA is dedicated to supporting your professional development through opportunities like mentorship and ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific details about compensation and benefits can be provided during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA complies with state laws by providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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 also adhere to local hiring ordinances, such as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.