Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Town of Farmington (WI); On-site; USD 6,700 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering an internship for veterinary students at their busy clinic in Farmington, New Mexico. Interns will gain hands-on experience working closely with veterinarians, including gathering patient histories, performing exams, and assisting in surgeries. NVA provides a travel/living expense stipend and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, and a 401k with employer match. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NVA welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the medical team and clients.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

About the Clinic

We are a busy, small animal clinic in Farmington, New Mexico with 3 veterinarians on staff with the capacity for 2 or 3 more. Besides dogs and cats, we also see exotics, reptiles, and birds. We pride ourselves on excellent veterinary care and relationships with our clients. We strive to educate our clients and believe a proactive preventive approach is best for our patient's health. Our team is compassionate, personable, dedicated, and works well together. Our doctors strive to find answers and do what is best for the patient. We encourage an atmosphere of mentorship and teamwork where practitioner growth is at the forefront.

Internship Responsibilities

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians 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. 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.

Stipend

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

About NVA

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

Benefits

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. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.