Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates invites veterinary students for externships at Lake Street Animal Hospital, providing hands-on experience in various aspects of veterinary medicine, including dentistry and surgical procedures. External durations vary from two to eight weeks, with stipends available for eligible participants.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible.

Responsibilities

• Gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Creating treatment plans and managing patient care.
• Observing or assisting with surgical procedures.

Job description

Lake Street Animal Hospital offers externs hands-on experience with all levels of dentistry. Our team includes three full-time DVMs with over 30 years of combined general practice experience. Lake Street has been AAHA accredited for over 15 years and provides in-house diagnostics, ultrasound, digital x-ray, and laser therapy. Our highly skilled CVTs and technicians have been with us for over 10 years. From the moment you enter the hospital, you become part of the LSAH family. We are dedicated to developing, learning, and supporting each other.

Externs will work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and managing patient care. They will also have opportunities to improve communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations 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.

Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

About National Veterinary Associates

We are a leading global pet care organization dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their owners. We empower our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects passionate professionals to foster learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology and expand care. We are committed to your professional development, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. Specific benefits may vary by location. In Colorado, eligible employees receive 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 regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with local hiring regulations and will consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.