Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers an externship for veterinary students at Stillwater Veterinary Clinic to gain hands-on experience in clinical practice. Students will work with professional veterinarians to enhance their skills in patient care and surgical procedures. This unique opportunity will equip students with valuable insights into the veterinary field while providing a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend for eligible students.

Comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Veterinary students encouraged to participate.
• Must be in clinical phase of education for stipend eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and manage medical cases.
• Observe or assist in surgical procedures.

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, 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 at Stillwater Veterinary Clinic to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing medical cases. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of their academic year, are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be 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 united by our love for animals and their owners. Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects passionate professionals to a community for learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care. NVA supports your professional growth through opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. Specific compensation and benefits details will be provided during the application process. 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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with local hiring regulations, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.