Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers a hands-on externship for DVM students at their hospitals, providing a unique opportunity to experience the daily operations of veterinary medicine. Students will work with DVMs, gaining clinical experience and enhancing essential skills over a period ranging from two to eight weeks, with potential travel/living stipends available.

Benefits

Travel/Living Expense Stipend

Mentorship Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Qualifications

• Open to all DVM students regardless of class year.
• Opportunity for hands-on clinical experience in veterinary practice.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside DVMs in the clinical setting.
• Perform physical exams and create treatment plans.
• Assist in surgical procedures and monitor medical cases.

Skills

Communication

Clinical Skills

Patient History Gathering

Physical Exam Performance

Treatment Plan Creation

Education

DVM Student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides 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, 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 DVMs to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing medical cases. Externs will also have the opportunity to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

The externship duration typically ranges from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. All DVM students, regardless of their class year, are encouraged to participate.

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

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for animals and their owners.

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 fosters a community of passionate professionals who learn and grow together. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care. We are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits may vary by location. For positions in Colorado, we comply with state laws providing paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave.

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 also consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.