Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 8,900 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Living expense stipend

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in North Carolina is offering an externship opportunity for veterinary students. The role involves working closely with veterinarians to gain hands-on experience in patient care and clinical practices. Students will learn to gather histories, perform exams, and assist in surgeries. The externship ranges from two to eight weeks, with eligible students receiving a stipend for travel and living expenses.

Qualifications

• Eligible if in the clinical portion of veterinary education.
• Must have a willingness to learn and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervising veterinarians with patient care.
• Observe or perform surgical procedures.
• Manage medical care for patients.
• Observe or participate in surgical procedures and post-operative care
• Manage ongoing medical care of patients under supervision
• Develop communication skills with the medical team and clients

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical exams

Creating treatment plans

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary 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 to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all share an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or performing surgical procedures, and managing medical care of patients. In addition to practicing clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externship experiences at Roanoke Animal Hospital range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

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.

Seniority level

Internship