Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 11,160 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

NVA General Practice in Orlando, Florida, offers a unique externship for veterinary students to understand the workings of a veterinary practice. Students will collaborate with Associate Veterinarians to enhance their skills in gathering patient histories, performing exams, and assisting in procedures.

This externship lasts between two to eight weeks and provides a supportive environment for clinical and communication skill development. Eligible students may also receive a travel/living expense stipend during their time.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• No specific years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians.
• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and assist in surgical procedures.

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externship experiences at Chickasaw Trail Animal Hospital 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 who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.