Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 5,600 - 8,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for travel/living expenses

Mentorship opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A global pet care organization offers an externship program for veterinary students in Morgantown, West Virginia. Students will work alongside experienced veterinarians, gaining hands-on experience in patient care and clinical skills. This program supports professional development through mentorship and offers a stipend for travel and living expenses. A comprehensive benefits package is available for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• An opportunity to work closely with Associate Veterinarians.
• Ability to perform physical exams and create treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience in gathering patient histories.
• Practice clinical skills with animals.
• Communicate effectively with the medical team and clients.
• Communicate with the medical team, staff, and clients.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Patient management

Diagnostics

Dentistry services

Surgical observation/assistance

Medical management

Communication with team/clients

Education

Veterinary education

Job description

Paw Prints Veterinary Clinic offers a friendly environment, excellent learning opportunities, as well as compelling appointment & surgery diversity.

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians 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 NVA externships.

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.

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 are committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

National Veterinary Associates 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.

National Veterinary Associates 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.

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States