Veterinary Extern - General Practice

North Fork Animal Hospital; Town of Southold (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program including medical and dental

Paid time off including sick time

Job summary

A prominent pet care organization is offering an externship for veterinary students at North Fork Animal Hospital. Students will gain hands-on experience in various clinical skills, including patient exams and surgical procedures. The program lasts from two to eight weeks, with a travel stipend of $1,000 available. This opportunity allows students to enhance their medical and communication skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students must be in the clinical portion of their education.
• Students will gain experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Opportunity to practice communication with medical team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian.
• Assist in surgical procedures and medical management of patients.
• Practice communication skills with medical team and clients.
• Develop communication skills with the team and clients.

Job description

North Fork Animal Hospital is a small animal practice that also sees many exotic pets. Dr. Pisciotta is also the veterinarian for the local aquarium, so we see penguins, otters, sea turtles, seals, South American porcupines, coatimundi and others.

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. We offer externships to 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. The stipend amount for North Fork Animal Hospital is $1,000.

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. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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.

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.