Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers a comprehensive externship experience in a supportive environment. Veterinary students will engage in daily operations, gain clinical skills, and support animal health and care in collaboration with experienced veterinarians. A stipend for living expenses may be available.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and sick leave

Stipend for travel/living expenses

Qualifications

• Veterinary students encouraged to participate.
• Hands-on experience with clinical operations.
• Exposure to various surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians.
• Perform physical exams and diagnostics.
• Assist in surgical procedures and manage medical cases.

Skills

Patient history gathering

Physical exams

Diagnostics

Dental procedures

Surgical assistance

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student in clinical phase

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital offers students the chance to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital has its unique aspects, 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 to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and managing medical cases. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to develop communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients. North Florida Animal Hospital provides a comprehensive general practice experience, including daily urgent care and a wide range of surgical procedures from spay/neuter and dental work to orthopedics.

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

Veterinary students in the clinical phase of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. View stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams. We support their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share their passion, fostering learning and growth. Our national presence allows us to deliver innovative technology that simplifies work and expands care. NVA is dedicated to supporting 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 (including sick leave). Specific benefits details can be provided during the application process. For positions in Colorado, NVA provides paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave, in accordance with state laws.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status. We comply with local hiring ordinances and consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable regulations.