Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 450 - 550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Living expense stipend

Job summary

Oak Animal Hospital in Vacaville, CA offers externships for veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education. Externs work closely with our veterinarians to gain hands-on experience in exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, dentistry, surgery, medical case management, and client communication while learning the day-to-day operations of a busy practice.

Most externships run from two to eight weeks, and this program welcomes 4th-year DVM students.

Qualifications

• Externship-focused hands-on experience
• Eligibility limited to the clinical portion of DVM education
• Travel stipend details mentioned in ad

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning.
• Participate in dentistry and surgery under supervision.
• Support medical case management and client communication.

Job description

Oak Animal Hospital is a well-established, 3-doctor practice that has proudly served the community for over 30 years. Known for our welcoming team and commitment to mentorship, we provide a supportive environment where veterinary students and new DVMs can build their skills and confidence.

Externs work closely with our veterinarians to gain hands-on experience in exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, dentistry, surgery, medical case management, and client communication while learning the day-to-day operations of a busy practice.

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Oak Animal Hospital are offered to 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 Oak Animal Hospital is $500.

Hospital Overview

Staffing

• Collaborative team of 2 experienced veterinarians

Equipment & Technology

• 3 exam rooms
• Digital radiography
• Modern anesthesia machines and dedicated dental wet table
• Dedicated surgical suite

Clinic Culture

• Opportunity to practice integrative medicine alongside Dr. Valerie Chen, who offers acupuncture and traditional herbal therapy
• Loyal, appreciative clientele who often travel from communities like Placerville and San Jose because of the exceptional care they receive
• Serving the community since 1984
• Vacaville sits conveniently between Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area, with Napa Valley, Davis, Fairfield, Walnut Creek, and Santa Rosa all within easy reach.