Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers an externship for DVM students focusing on general practice. Students will gain practical clinical experience while working closely with veterinarians on patient care, surgical procedures, and daily operations in a supportive environment. This externship is a valuable opportunity for aspiring veterinarians to enhance their skills and knowledge in a real-world setting.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Hands-on clinical experience

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled DVM student in clinical education phase.
• Ability to perform physical exams and assist in surgeries.
• Skill in client communication and patient management.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with medical care.
• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Observe/assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical Skills

Education

DVM Student

Job description

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

Students will work closely with the supervising DVMs to gain experience in GP medicine by gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, reviewing diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In some cases, the students may experience clinical skills in urgent and emergency care 24/7 or orthopedic surgery. 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 Animal Medical Center of Plainfield 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.

Students can expect to gain a full, well-rounded experience not only with in-hospital procedures and daily wellness care, but also with shelter and emergency medicine. Daily responsibilities: Assist our Veterinarians, fellow Veterinary students, and technicians with medical/patient care, medication dosages/administration, in-house labs, in-house diagnostics, and assist in surgical prep and procedures.

DVM 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Internship

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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