Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Sick leave

Job summary

The Animal Hospital of Waco is offering externship opportunities for veterinary students. This hands-on experience allows you to gather patient histories, perform examinations, and assist in surgeries, while also honing your communication skills with the medical team and clients.

Students will benefit from a supportive environment and may receive a travel stipend of up to $1,000. Join a practice with a rich history and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Veterinary student in the clinical portion of their education.
• Externship experiences provide hands-on clinical experience.
• Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories.
• Perform physical examinations.
• Create treatment plans.
• Conduct diagnostics.
• Provide dentistry services.
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures.
• Manage medical care of patients.
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Job description

Overview

The Animal Hospital of Waco offers up to a $1,000 travel stipend for Clinical Year externships. The Animal Hospital of Waco is a three‑doctor small animal practice that has proudly served the pets of Waco for over 60 years. Our clinic provides the ability to work with a diverse range of cases, including wellness visits, sick pets, and surgical procedures. We pride ourselves on being a supportive team that values collaboration, mentorship, and ongoing growth and development. Additionally, we are conveniently located just half a block from Magnolia Table!

We are a 4,000 square foot facility with six exam rooms. We are equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, therapy laser, platelet‑rich plasma (PRP), warming unit, in‑house laboratory, Idexx referral lab, a surgery suite with two heated surgical tables, anesthetic monitors, IV pumps, and a dental unit with a drill.

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day‑to‑day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories
• Perform physical examinations
• Create treatment plans
• Conduct diagnostics
• Provide dentistry services
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures
• Manage medical care of patients
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Duration and Stipend

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel or living expense stipend.

Eligibility

All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate in National Veterinary Associates externships.

Benefits

The program aligns with the comprehensive benefits program of the employer, which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off including sick time, and additional leave options in accordance with local regulations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to applicable local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.