Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 15,233 - 18,246; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Travel stipend

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital is seeking externs at Rockwall County Veterinary Clinic. This role provides veterinary students with hands-on experience under the supervision of experienced veterinarians, focusing on patient care, physical exams, and treatment planning.

Successful candidates will have a strong opportunity to develop vital skills in a supportive environment and may qualify for a travel stipend. Benefits include a comprehensive program covering medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• creating treatment plans and diagnostics.
• assisting in surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians.
• Practice communication with the medical team and clients.
• Gain hands-on clinical experience at the practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient management

Surgical assistance

Education

3rd or 4th year veterinary student

Job description

Rockwall County Veterinary Clinic

Offers up to a $1,500 travel stipend for Clinical Year Externships.

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day‑to‑day operations of the practice, and gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience in an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Responsibilities

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

Externship Details

Externship experiences at Rockwall County Veterinary Clinic range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships are designed for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education. Students who qualify for a travel/living expense stipend receive the stipend; details can be found on the company website.

We are located in an upper middle class-to-affluent lake community with clientele that allows for necessary and appropriate treatments of our patients.

Benefits

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. Eligible employees based in Colorado also receive paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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 qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.