Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization offers an externship opportunity for veterinary students at their NVA hospitals. This externship allows students to gain hands-on clinical experience, work closely with veterinarians, and develop essential patient care skills. It ranges from two to eight weeks, and participants may receive a living expense stipend.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer match

Qualifications

• Must be a veterinary student in the clinical phase of education.
• Ability to work under supervision of Associate Veterinarians.
• Interest in hands-on clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist in surgical procedures.
• Enhance communication with the medical team and clients.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

An externship at an NVA hospital offers students 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, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing patient medical care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

The externship duration at Barclay Hills Animal Clinic typically ranges 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 the stipend amounts and HERE for more details.

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 connects passionate professionals to foster learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care. NVA supports your professional development 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 details about compensation and benefits can 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 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 and conviction records in accordance with applicable regulations.