Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a veterinary externship at the Wasilla Veterinary Clinic, where students will work alongside experienced veterinarians in Alaska. Gain hands-on experience in patient care, diagnostics, and surgery while developing key communication skills within a supportive team. This externship offers a unique opportunity for final year veterinary students, especially those planning to practice in Alaska.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Mentorship opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Students must be in their final year of veterinary education.
• Students eligible to practice with a veterinary student permit.
• Prioritize students planning to practice in Alaska post-graduation.

Responsibilities

• Gathering patient histories and performing physical exams.
• Creating treatment plans and diagnostics.
• Observing or assisting in surgical procedures.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Education

Veterinary student permit (final year)

Job description

Advanced Dentistry and Exotics are additional services we offer outside of routine exams and surgeries that may be appealing to students! We also have the BEST sx suite window. Plus, who doesn't want to come to Alaska?!

Externship Opportunities at Wasilla Veterinary Clinic

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in:

1. Gathering patient histories
2. Performing physical exams
3. Creating treatment plans
4. Diagnostics and dentistry services
5. Observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures
6. Medical management of patients

In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Program Details

Most externship experiences at Wasilla Veterinary Clinic range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. We have a limited number of externship slots available. Students interested in practicing in Alaska post-graduation will be given top priority consideration for rotations.

It is a requirement of the state of Alaska that veterinary students be in their final year of education to participate in an externship. Students must hold a veterinary student permit before beginning an externship in the state, per 12 AAC 68.500 and 08.98.188. Instructions on how to obtain the permit can be found HERE.

Stipend Information

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click here to view the list of stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

About NVA

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams. We provide resources to practice medicine their way, connect professionals through our network of 1,000 hospitals, and deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care. We are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave) for eligible employees. Specific benefits for your location will be discussed during the hiring process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with Colorado law.

Equal Opportunity Employment

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We comply with applicable local hiring regulations and consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with these regulations.