Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Murphy Animal Clinic; Murphy (TX); On-site; USD 5,600 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering an externship at Murphy Animal Clinic in Murphy, TX. This program lets veterinary students gain hands-on clinical experience while learning day-to-day operations of a modern practice.

Participants will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gather histories, perform exams, develop treatment plans, and observe or assist in surgeries, with a travel/living stipend available and a comprehensive benefits discussion during the process.

Qualifications

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and order diagnostics.
• Perform dental services and assist or perform surgeries.
• Develop medical management plans and communicate with team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain hands-on experience.
• Explain plans and educate clients as needed.
• Participate in student externship activities for clinical exposure.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

History taking

Surgical observation/assistance

Education

3rd/4th year veterinary student

Job description

Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day‑to‑day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Responsibilities

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.

Duration & Stipend

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Murphy Animal Clinic are open to 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. ClickHERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

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 Opportunity

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.