Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers an externship for veterinary students to gain hands-on clinical experience at their hospitals. Participants will collaborate closely with veterinarians, aiding in patient care, performing exams, and developing essential skills. The externship duration varies, and a stipend may be available for eligible students.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Expensive stipend eligibility

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical phase of education.
• Encouraged participation for students of any class year.
• Eligible for travel and living expense stipend.

Responsibilities

• Work with supervising veterinarians to gain clinical experience.
• Assist in surgical procedures and manage patient care.
• Develop communication skills with medical team and clients.

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Diagnostics

Dentistry

Communication skills

Education

Enrolled veterinary students

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital offers students a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of a veterinary practice and gain valuable clinical experience. While each NVA hospital has its own characteristics, 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 managing patient care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externship durations at Midwest Bird & Exotic Animal Hospital range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of their 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 stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

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

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams. We support their growth with resources to practice medicine their 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 that simplifies work and expands care. NVA is committed to your professional development, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific compensation and benefits details are available during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA offers paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with state laws.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We also comply with local hiring regulations, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.