Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital.; Monument (CO); On-site; USD 900 - 1,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading veterinary organization in Monument, Colorado, offers externship opportunities for 4th year veterinary students. This program allows students to gain hands-on experience in patient management, diagnostics, and surgical procedures while enhancing their communication skills. Students will receive a stipend and work closely with experienced veterinarians in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a 4th year veterinary student in the clinical portion of education.
• Ability to gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Practice clinical and communication skills with medical team and clients.
• Opportunity to develop communication with medical team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian for hands-on experience.
• Assist in surgical procedures and medical management of patients.
• Engage with clients and support staff effectively.
• Communicate with the medical team and clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient management

Surgical procedure assistance

Education

4th year veterinary student

Job description

Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital has 4 fantastic doctors with varying degrees of tenure who all LOVE teaching. We also have 2 RVT's and a 3rd in progress.

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. We offer externships to 4th year veterinary students.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program. The stipend amount forWoodmoor Veterinary Hospital is $1,000.

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

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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.

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.