Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Meridian Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a busy 4 DVM practice in Michigan as a veterinary extern. Experience hands-on learning by working closely with a supervising veterinarian across a range of tasks including examinations, treatments, and surgery. This externship provides unique opportunities to build skills and improve lives at a leading pet care organization.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in final clinical year.
• Experience in performing physical exams and surgeries.
• Ability to create treatment plans and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist in surgical procedures and medical management.
• Develop communication skills with staff and clients.

Skills

Communication

Patient Management

Surgical Assistance

Education

Final year of veterinary school

Job description

Clarke Animal Hospital is a busy 4 DVM practice that keeps things interesting each day. We do surgery 4 days a week, and our DVMs enjoy utilizing diagnostics and engaging in our sick patient visits. Our location offers easy access to outdoor activities, being just minutes away from the shore of Lake Michigan.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to develop 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. These externships are only available to students in their final clinical year of veterinary school.

Veterinary students in the clinical portion 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 is a leading global pet care organization united by a love of animals and the people who care for them.

Our mission at NVA is to improve the lives of pets and their owners. We empower our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals fosters a community of passionate professionals who learn and grow together. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care. We are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401k 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 providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable regulations.