Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Pawleys Veterinary Hospital; Pawleys Island (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

401k plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading pet care organization is offering externship opportunities for veterinary students at its Pawleys Island location. Students will gain hands-on clinical experience, working closely with veterinarians on various procedures and patient management. This externship provides valuable training in a supportive environment, alongside financial stipends for travel and living expenses.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students must be in the clinical portion of their education.
• Willingness to work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians.
• Observe and assist or perform surgical procedures while gaining clinical management experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clinical history gathering

Physical examination

Surgical observation/assistance

Education

DVM student

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 Pawleys Veterinary Hospital range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All DVM 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.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

Location

Pawleys Island, South Carolina, United States