Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Tigard (OR); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off (including sick time)

Job summary

A veterinary organization based in Tigard, Oregon, offers externship opportunities for veterinary students to gain hands-on experience alongside experienced veterinarians. Students will practice clinical skills, engage in diagnostics, and learn about patient management in a supportive environment. A stipend for travel and living expenses is available for eligible students.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students must be in the clinical portion of their education.
• Ability to gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Experience with treatment plans, diagnostics, and dental services.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarians for practical experience.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team and clients.
• Participate in surgical procedures and medical management of patients.

Job description

Canterbury Animal Hospital is a small boutique clinic that believes in the best medicine. We recently added a state-of-the-art dental suite. On the border between Portland Metro and the city of Tigard, we see everything from pampered pets to working dogs. We have a well-versed managing doctor to support our growing DVM team and mentor externs.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their 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. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

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

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

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together.

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.

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.