Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 11,160 - 22,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

$500 travel stipend

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Pennsylvania is offering an externship that provides veterinary students with hands-on clinical experience in a day-to-day veterinary practice. Students will have the opportunity to gather patient histories, perform physical examinations, and contribute to treatment planning.

This externship lasts between two to eight weeks and includes a travel/living expense stipend, plus an extra $500 travel stipend. The program emphasizes skill development in clinical procedures and communication.

Qualifications

• Students must be veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• Good communication skills with medical teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories
• Perform physical examinations
• Create treatment plans
• Conduct diagnostics
• Provide dentistry services
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures
• Manage medical care for patients

Job description

Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with hands‑on clinical experience and exposure to day‑to‑day veterinary practice.

Internship Details

Most externships at Dover Area Animal Hospital range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. The program is designed for veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories
• Perform physical examinations
• Create treatment plans
• Conduct diagnostics
• Provide dentistry services
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures
• Manage medical care for patients

Skills Development

Throughout the externship students will develop clinical skills and practice communication with medical teams, support staff, and clients.

Stipend

Student externs are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. An additional $500 travel stipend is offered to the amount listed in the stipend program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 applicable state and local regulations, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable law.