Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers an externship opportunity for veterinary students to work in a dynamic hospital environment. Participants will gain hands-on clinical experience while collaborating with professional veterinarians, enhancing their skills in diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient management. The externship lasts from two to eight weeks, providing valuable insights into veterinary practice.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• Ability to work closely with supervising veterinarians.
• Experience in gathering patient histories and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians.
• Perform physical exams and assist in surgical procedures.
• Develop communication skills with medical teams and clients.

Skills

Communication

Clinical skills

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Each NVA hospital is unique, but 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 services, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. Externs will also have the opportunity to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externships at Animal Medical Center Tuscaloosa last 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 in the clinical portion of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for animals and their owners.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share a passion for animal care, fostering learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care. NVA supports your professional growth through opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits and compensation details can be provided during the application process. In Colorado, NVA complies with state laws providing paid sick, safe leave, and public health emergency leave.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We adhere to local hiring ordinances and consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable regulations.