Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice

Vinton (VA)

On-site

USD 4,500 - 11,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Job summary

A Veterinary Associates group in Vinton, VA, is seeking veterinary interns to gain hands-on experience in patient care. Interns will work closely with veterinarians, perform exams, and assist in treatments, gaining valuable clinical skills. Students will be eligible for a stipend to cover travel and living expenses. This position is ideal for veterinary students looking to enhance their clinical training.

Qualifications

Veterinary students are encouraged to gain practical experience.
Must be in the clinical portion of education.

Responsibilities

Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
Create treatment plans and perform diagnostics.
Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures.

Job description

Veterinary Recruiter (Internal for VA & WV) at National Veterinary Associates

We are a group of sister hospitals which brings a large variety of skill sets as well as environments to experience. We also host several specialists at our Vinton location which would offer opportunities to observe higher level procedures and practices such as advanced ultrasound, advanced dentistry, advanced nutrition, etc.

Responsibilities

Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians at Vinton Veterinary Hospital 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.

Duration

Most externship experiences range 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.

Stipend

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Details on stipend amounts and the stipend program are available.

Seniority level