Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 5,600 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Wayne, Pennsylvania, offers externship opportunities for veterinary students to gain hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art facility. Students will work closely with veterinarians, develop clinical skills, and improve communication with staff and clients. Externships range from two to eight weeks, and eligible students can receive a travel/living expense stipend. This role encourages learning in a supportive and well-equipped environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students are encouraged to participate regardless of class year.
• Experience in patient histories, physical exams, and treatment plans is required.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the supervising veterinarian.
• Gain experience in diagnostics, dentistry services, and surgical procedures.
• Develop communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Job description

St. George Hunt Memorial Veterinary Hospital has recently relocated to a beautiful, state of the art facility designed to support high quality veterinary care and hands on learning. The clinic features dedicated surgery and dental suites, a spacious treatment area, and modern equipment to enhance every aspect of patient care. Externs will have the opportunity to work alongside a skilled and supportive team in a thriving practice located along the Main Line, gaining valuable experience in a collaborative and well equipped environment.

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian 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.

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.

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