Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering externship experiences for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students at their hospitals. This unique opportunity helps students gain hands-on experience in veterinary practices, enabling them to learn from experienced Associate Veterinarians. Externs will engage in patient care, diagnostics, and contribute to treatment plans in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary students must be in their 3rd or 4th year of study.
• Strong communication and clinical skills are essential.
• Experience in patient care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with supervising veterinarians in various clinical tasks.
• Perform physical exams and assist in surgeries.
• Gather patient histories and create treatment plans.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

Veterinary Science (3rd or 4th year)

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides veterinary students with a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of a veterinary practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and managing patient medical care. Externs will also have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externships at Hillsboro Animal Hospital last from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. These externships are available for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the stipend amounts and HERE for additional details on the stipend program.

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

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animal care, fostering learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology and solutions that simplify work and expand care. NVA is dedicated to supporting your professional growth through opportunities ranging 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 will 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 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 also adhere to local hiring ordinances, such as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.