Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

Join a leading global pet care organization through an externship with National Veterinary Associates, where veterinary students will gain hands-on clinical experience in a supportive environment. Work closely with experienced veterinarians to enhance your skills in diagnosis, treatment, and patient management while enjoying the benefits that come with this unique opportunity.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• Ability to work closely with supervising veterinarians.
• Willingness to gain hands-on clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist with diagnostics.
• Observe or assist with surgical procedures.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Diagnostic skills

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

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

Students will work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance 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. All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

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

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for 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. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care, supporting professional development through mentorship and ownership opportunities.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits and compensation details are provided during the application process. In Colorado, eligible employees receive paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave per state regulations.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with local hiring ordinances and consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.