Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice

Plymouth (IN)

On-site

USD 17,856 - 35,712

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Travel and living expense stipend

Hands-on learning environment

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Plymouth is seeking a Veterinary Extern for an enriching internship. This role offers hands-on experience with a diverse array of cases, including exotic animals, under the mentorship of experienced veterinarians. Students will enhance their clinical and communication skills while contributing to engaging patient care.

Qualifications

Eligible veterinary students in their clinical portion of education.
Hands-on learning opportunities.
Exposure to exotics and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
Create treatment plans and provide diagnostics.
Assist in or observe surgical procedures.

Skills

Patient management

Communication skills

Physical exams

Treatment planning

Surgical assistance

Education

3rd or 4th year veterinary student

Job description

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We are a small practice that has a loyal client following of being established in the community for many years. For an extern, the work is interesting as we see exotics and have a very experienced staff to learn from. Our MDVM loves to teach and is a good mentor. She works with the zoo in South Bend and is part of the community here in Plymouth.

We can offer a good environment for hands-on learning and provide valuable experience to any extern. We have a great culture and aspire to treat our clients’ pets the way treat our own pets.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian 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 range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Seven Oaks Veterinary Clinic are designed for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

Veterinary 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.

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