Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 5,580 - 16,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Saint Augustine, Florida offers externships for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. Students will work closely with supervising veterinarians, gaining hands-on experience in patient care, diagnostics, and surgical procedures.

This externship ranges from two to eight weeks and includes a travel/living expense stipend for eligible students. It's an excellent opportunity to enhance clinical skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3rd and 4th year veterinary students are eligible for externships.
• Students in the clinical portion of their education can apply.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain practical experience.
• Assist in gathering patient histories, performing exams, and creating treatment plans.
• Observe and assist in surgical procedures and manage patient care.

Job description

St. John’s Veterinary Hospital

St. John’s Veterinary Hospital is a busy 5‑doctor practice that sees companion animals, exotics, and local wildlife. We have ultrasound, endoscopy, radiology, laparoscopic surgery, and a therapy laser. We do not offer overnight care, but we see emergencies and refer them to the emergency clinic across the street. Our veterinarians range in experience from new graduates to over 30 years in the field.

Externship Overview

Students work closely with the supervising veterinarian 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. They also practice 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.

Eligibility

Externships are offered to 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend is available for eligible students. Stipend amounts and details can be reviewed upon request.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.