Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 8,900 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid time off

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital offers an externship experience that allows veterinary students to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience in daily operations. The externship typically lasts from two to eight weeks, providing students with the unique opportunity to work alongside supervising veterinarians.

Externs will engage in responsibilities such as gathering patient histories, performing exams, and assisting in surgical procedures. In addition to their duties, a travel/living expense stipend is offered, making this an excellent opportunity for aspiring veterinarians.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and conduct diagnostics.
• Provide dentistry services and assist in surgical procedures.

Job description

Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give veterinary students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience.

Eligibility & Stipend

Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Externship experiences at Foothills Veterinary Hospital South generally last from two to eight weeks, depending on the student and hospital schedules.

Responsibilities

Externs will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to: gather patient histories, perform physical exams, create treatment plans, conduct diagnostics, provide dentistry services, observe or assist in surgical procedures, and manage patients medically. They will also practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Benefits

In addition to the stipend, NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. Employees based in Colorado receive paid sick, safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with state requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.