Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 16,740 - 27,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital is offering a Veterinary Externship in Marietta, Georgia, where students work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain hands-on experience in patient care, diagnostics, and surgery. This externship provides a learning environment to enhance both clinical and communication skills.

Externships usually last from two to eight weeks, and students in their clinical education phase are eligible for stipends to cover travel and living expenses. Equal employment opportunities are emphasized for all candidates.

Qualifications

• Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian.
• Gain experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing surgical procedures.
• Create treatment plans and practice diagnostics.
• Communicate effectively with the medical team and clients.

Education

Veterinary degree or enrolled veterinary student

Job description

Veterinary Externship – Due West Animal Hospital

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and 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.

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in externships.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Due West 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.