Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Vinton (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is offering externships at their Vinton location for veterinary students. Participants will gain hands-on experience in various skills such as patient examination, diagnostics, and surgical assistance under supervision. This program provides a unique opportunity for students to enhance their veterinary skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in their clinical education phase.
• Willingness to work closely with Associate Veterinarians.
• Open to all veterinary students regardless of class year.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Patient examination

Surgical assistance

Education

Veterinary degree in progress

Job description

We are a group of sister hospitals offering a variety of skill sets and environments for experience. Our Vinton location hosts specialists in advanced ultrasound, dentistry, nutrition, and more, providing opportunities to observe higher-level procedures.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians at Vinton Veterinary Hospital to gain hands-on experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting in surgical procedures, and medical management. They will also have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship durations 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.

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

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united by a love for animals and their humans.

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 passionate professionals who learn and grow together. We leverage technology and innovations to simplify work and expand care. NVA supports your professional growth through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, and paid time off. Specific benefits for your location will be provided during the application process. In Colorado, eligible employees receive paid sick, safe leave, and public health emergency leave per state law.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We also consider applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.