Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Blenheim Veterinary Hospital.; Blenheim; On-site; USD 6,400 - 9,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers an externship opportunity for 4th-year veterinary students at the Chatham-Kent Veterinary Hospital Group in New York. This program allows students to gain hands-on clinical experience by working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.

Students will participate in patient care, diagnostics, and procedures, while being eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. NVA promotes a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Qualifications

• 4th-year and clinic-year veterinary students are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gather patient histories.
• Conduct diagnostics and provide dentistry services.
• Manage patient medical care and practice communication skills.

Education

4th-year veterinary students

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give veterinary students a unique opportunity to understand daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Every NVA hospital shares a supportive environment dedicated to excellent medicine and exceptional service to animals and their owners.

At the Chatham‑Kent Veterinary Hospital Group (CK Vets), students find a warm, welcoming environment focused on high‑quality pet care. Our veterinarians, technicians and animal‑care specialists are passionate about preventive care and the latest medical advancements. Students will work alongside experienced professionals in diverse cases and advanced procedures, including dentistry, ultrasound and surgery. The group’s community‑focused approach promotes strong relationships with pet owners, making them active partners in health decisions.

Practices

• Chatham‑Kent Veterinary Hospital (Chatham, Ontario)
• Blenheim Veterinary Hospital (Blenheim, Ontario)
• South Ridge Veterinary Clinic (Ridgetown, Ontario)

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gather patient histories, perform physical examinations and create treatment plans.
• Conduct diagnostics, provide dentistry services and observe/assist or perform surgical procedures.
• Manage patient medical care while practicing communication skills with the medical team, support staff and clients.

Duration

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules.

Eligibility

4th‑year and clinic‑year veterinary students are encouraged to apply.

Stipend

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

Equal Opportunity

At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality. We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, and our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.