Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Ocean Springs is offering an externship for veterinary students to gain hands-on clinical experience. Responsibilities include gathering patient histories, developing treatment plans, and assisting in surgical procedures. Eligible students will receive a travel/living expense stipend. This internship lasts between two to eight weeks.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in their clinical year.
• Eligible to participate in externships with stipend program.
• Willing to commute to clinical site as required.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Develop treatment plans and diagnostic protocols.
• Provide dental services and observe or assist in surgical procedures.
• Manage medical care for patients throughout their treatment course.
• Practice and improve communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Skills

Vet student

Job description

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Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of a general practice and to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Each NVA hospital shares a common mission: to maintain a supportive, excellent medicine environment that delivers exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations
• Develop treatment plans and diagnostic protocols
• Provide dental services and observe or assist in surgical procedures
• Manage medical care for patients throughout their treatment course
• Practice and improve communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Duration

Externship experiences typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules.

Eligibility & Stipend

Veterinary students in their clinical year are encouraged to participate in externships at Bienville Animal Medical Center. Eligible students are also entitled to a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

Position Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Internship
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Veterinary Services