Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 15,233 - 18,246; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for travel/living expenses

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off including sick time

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is offering externship opportunities for veterinary students at Kitsap Veterinary Hospital in Port Orchard. Students will work closely with experienced veterinarians, gaining hands-on experience in patient care, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. Eligible students may receive a stipend of $1,500 to cover travel and living expenses. The externship typically lasts between two to eight weeks and focuses on wellness and preventative care.

Qualifications

• Must be a veterinary student in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year.
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.
• Strong focus on wellness and preventative care.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian.
• Perform dentistry services.
• Assist or perform surgical procedures.

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical exams

Communication skills

Surgical procedures assistance

Education

Veterinary student in clinical portion

Job description

Kitsap Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA accredited practice with a strong focus on wellness and preventative care. We have a strong, compliant client base that wants a high level of care and will proceed with advanced work-ups. We utilize several different mobile specialists (cardiology, radiology, and internal medicine) to allow us to do higher level workups in house. We perform many dentistry procedures which offers excellent exposure to students along with our general practice procedures.

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 are offered to veterinary students in their 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year.

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. The stipend amount for Kitsap Veterinary Hospital is $1,500.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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.