Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Village of Pulaski (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Here is a testimonial from a recent student extern:

“The externship at North Country Veterinary Services was exceptional, and I learned a lot as a 4th-year veterinary student during the 8 weeks I was there. The externship provided opportunities to learn new skills, with each veterinarian teaching skills I now use in my rotations. The environment is welcoming and encourages dialogue, which is essential for learning and communication. I was allowed to follow different veterinarians daily and act independently, such as conducting physical exams, making diagnoses (under supervision), monitoring anesthesia during surgeries, and participating as the primary surgeon in spay and neuter surgeries. I also gained insight into veterinary hospital management, finances, and the role of a veterinary manager.

The experience was especially valuable given my limited private practice experience. I received excellent mentorship from all veterinarians.

In Small Animal services, I managed clinical cases, participated in anesthesia and surgery, completed medical records, and collaborated on diagnosis and treatment plans.

In Large Animal services, I learned about rural practice, client communication, and participated in dairy herd checks, lameness treatment, IM injections, blood collection from horses, and equine physical exams.

Overall, my time at North Country Veterinary Services was exceptional. The mentorship boosted my confidence and expanded my veterinary knowledge.”

Externship durations typically range from two to eight weeks, depending on schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Details on the stipend program can be found HERE. The stipend for North Country Veterinary Services - Pulaski is $1,000.

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. We provide resources for practicing medicine, connect professionals through a network of 1,000 hospitals, and deliver technology and innovations to expand care. We are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific benefits may vary by location. For positions in Colorado, NVA provides paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave as per state laws.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable regulations.