Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

An externship at a leading veterinary organization offers students vital hands-on experience in the clinical setting. Participants will work under experienced veterinarians, assisting in patient care and learning vital skills supported by a strong mentoring environment. Eligible students may also receive stipends for travel and living expenses.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Travel/living expense stipend

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans, assist in diagnostics and surgeries.
• Practice communication skills with medical team and clients.

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, 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, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing patient care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to practice 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.

Veterinary 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.

About National Veterinary Associates:

We are 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 people by empowering our care teams, providing resources to practice medicine their way, and connecting a network of over 1,000 hospitals to foster professional growth and collaboration. We leverage technology and innovation to enhance care and simplify work. NVA supports your career development through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits may vary by location; please consult with our team for details. In Colorado, eligible employees receive paid sick, safe leave, and public health emergency leave as per state laws.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We also consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.