Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers veterinary students an externship to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. Students will work with veterinarians to develop skills in patient care, diagnostics, and surgery while improving their communication abilities. A stipend for travel and living expenses is available, supporting student growth in animal care.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (including sick leave)

Qualifications

• Students will learn to gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Opportunity to observe/assist in surgical procedures.
• Practice communication with medical team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and manage patient diagnostics.
• Assist in surgeries and manage patient medical needs.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary education (clinical portion)

Job description

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in:

1. Gathering patient histories
2. Performing physical exams
3. Creating treatment plans
4. Diagnostics
5. Dentistry services
6. Observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures
7. Medical management of patients

In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

About National Veterinary Associates

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

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 learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care.

At NVA, we are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits details will be provided during the application 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We comply with applicable local hiring ordinances and laws, including considerations for applicants with arrest and conviction records.