Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

An externship at a leading veterinary hospital offers students hands-on experience in clinical operations. Participants will work closely with veterinarians, gaining skills in patient care, communication, and medical procedures. The externship suits all veterinary students, regardless of their class year, and can last from two to eight weeks.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Mentorship opportunities

Continuing education support

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Veterinary students must be in the clinical phase of their education.
• Experience with physical exams, diagnostics, and treatment plans is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical experience

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides veterinary students with a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they share common qualities: a supportive environment, a commitment to excellent medicine, and a focus on 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 in surgical procedures, and managing medical cases. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance 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.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view stipend amounts and HERE for 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 support their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animals, fostering a community of learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology that simplifies work and expands care. NVA is committed to your professional development, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave) for eligible employees. Specific benefits details, including compensation, will be provided during the hiring process. For positions in Colorado, NVA complies with state laws providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave under 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 consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.

Location: Mansfield Center, Connecticut, United States