Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 5,077 - 6,082; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Vacaville is offering an externship for 4th-year veterinary students in a supportive environment. Interns will gather patient histories, perform exams, and assist in procedures while receiving mentorship from experienced veterinarians. The externship includes a $500 travel stipend. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled 4th-year veterinary students.
• Eligible for travel/living expense stipend.
• Must be in the clinical portion of education.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervising veterinarian to gain hands-on experience.
• Practice clinical and communication skills with the team and clients.

Skills

Gathering patient histories

Performing physical exams

Creation of treatment plans

Diagnostics

Dentistry services

Observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures

Medical management of patients

Communicating with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Job description

Veterinary Extern - General Practice role at NVA General Practice

Oak Animal Hospital is a thriving 3-doctor practice that has been in business for 30+ years. We have a well-known reputation within our community that we take pride in. Our staff is very warm and welcoming, and they're always eager to learn more and advance their skills. Our doctors are passionate about mentorship and love to help veterinary students and new DVMs advance in their careers!

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. Externships 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.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Gathering patient histories
• Performing physical exams
• Creation of treatment plans
• Diagnostics
• Dentistry services
• Observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures
• Medical management of patients
• Communicating with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Oak Animal Hospital is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.