Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers a unique externship for veterinary students at their Pleasant Prairie, WI clinic. Gain hands-on clinical experience working under supervision of veterinarians, enhancing skills in patient care, treatment planning, and more while receiving potential stipends for living expenses.

Benefits

Travel and living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Veterinary students eligible depending on class year.
• Seeking candidates eager to learn and improve veterinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians.
• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist in surgical procedures and medical management.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Patient history gathering

Physical examinations

Treatment planning

Surgical assistance

Education

Veterinary student in clinical phase

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations at Willow Springs Veterinary Clinic typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel and living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love of animals and their owners.

Our mission at NVA is to improve the lives of pets and their owners. We empower our care teams by providing resources to practice medicine in their own way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animal care, fostering learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology and expand care. We are committed to supporting your professional development through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits may vary by location, and additional information will be provided during the application process. In Colorado, eligible employees receive paid sick and safe leave, as mandated by state law.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with applicable local hiring regulations and consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with these laws.

Location: Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States