Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Upper Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice seeks 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students for externship opportunities. Externs will gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, working alongside veterinarians in a busy clinic. Responsibilities include patient interaction, examination, and assistance in surgical procedures, with the potential for a travel stipend.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Students must be in the clinical portion of their education.
• Externship designed for veterinary students to gain practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Assist with creating treatment plans and diagnostics.
• Observe or assist with surgical procedures and manage patient care.

Skills

Patient History Collection

Physical Exams

Communication Skills

Surgical Assistance

Education

3rd or 4th Year Veterinary Student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital offers students the opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Our busy clinic is located minutes from the beach, with the summer season being our busiest, providing a fast-paced externship experience. We also offer holistic care.

Students will work closely with supervising veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and managing patient care. Additionally, externs will develop communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on schedules. At Parkway Veterinary Hospital - Marmora, externships are designed for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students.

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view stipend amounts and HERE for stipend program details.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love of 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 learning and growth. We leverage technology and innovations to streamline work and expand care. NVA is committed to your professional development, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. Specific benefits and compensation details can be discussed during the application process. For Colorado-based positions, paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave are provided in accordance with state law.

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 comply with applicable local hiring ordinances and consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records.