Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization offers externships for 4th-year veterinary students at an established hospital. Externs will learn practical skills in patient care, diagnostics, and surgical assistance while receiving mentorship from experienced professionals. This opportunity is complemented by a stipend for travel and living expenses.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Travel/living expense stipend

Qualifications

• Students will gain experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Externs will improve communication skills with the medical team and clients.
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarians on patient care.
• Assist in creating treatment plans and diagnostics.
• Observe or assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

4th-year veterinary student

Job description

Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital has 4 dedicated doctors with varying levels of experience who all enjoy teaching. We also have 2 RVTs and a third in training.

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, student externs will have opportunities to improve 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. We accept 4th-year veterinary students for externships.

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

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

Our mission at NVA is to improve the lives of pets and their owners. We empower our care teams by providing resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animals, fostering learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology that simplifies work and expands care. We are committed to your professional development, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific compensation and benefits details can be provided during the application process. For Colorado-based positions, NVA complies with state laws providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave under Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with applicable local hiring regulations, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with these laws.