Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 15,233 - 18,246; Full time

Job summary

Highland Lakes Veterinary Clinic in Marble Falls, TX is offering a Veterinary Externship for DVM students. This program blends meaningful clinical exposure with a supportive team environment, encouraging externs to actively participate in patient care.

The externship lasts from 2 to 4 weeks, providing up to $1,500 in stipends for travel or living expenses. Join a close-knit team focused on high-quality animal care and experience the beauty of the Texas Hill Country.

Qualifications

• DVM students must be proactive and willing to engage in patient care.
• Strong communication skills are emphasized for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and gather patient histories.
• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Assist with and observe surgical and dental procedures.
• Participate in diagnostics, case discussions, and medical care.
• Practice client communication and teamwork with support staff.
• Observe daily operations of a small animal practice.

Job description

Veterinary Externship — Highland Lakes Veterinary Clinic (Marble Falls, TX)

Up to $1,500 Travel/Living Stipend Available

About the Clinic:

Highland Lakes Veterinary Clinic is a busy, community-focused small animal hospital offering personalized, high-quality care to the pets of Marble Falls and the surrounding areas. As part of the NVA network, we provide students with a unique externship experience that blends meaningful clinical exposure with a team-centered, supportive atmosphere.

Externship Highlights:

• Performing physical exams and gathering patient histories
• Developing diagnostic and treatment plans
• Assisting with and observing surgical and dental procedures
• Participating in diagnostics, case discussions, and medical care
• Practicing client communication and teamwork with support staff
• Observing the operations and daily flow of a small animal practice

Externs are encouraged to take initiative and become active participants in patient care— not just observers. Our DVMs enjoy teaching and are committed to helping you build both clinical confidence and communication skills.

Program Details:

• Location: Marble Falls, TX (in the scenic Highland Lakes area)
• Duration: minimum 2 weeks up to 4 weeks (flexible based on student/hospital schedules)
• Open to: DVM students
• Stipend: Up to $1,500 available for clinical-year students

Why Choose Highland Lakes?

• Supportive, close-knit team with strong mentorship
• High-quality, individualized patient care
• Diverse general practice caseload
• Beautiful Hill Country location with outdoor recreation and small-town charm

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.