Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers veterinary students a hands-on externship experience, allowing them to engage in various clinical tasks such as patient care and surgery assistance. Spanning from two to eight weeks, these externships provide valuable insights into daily operations in a supportive environment while encouraging professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Qualifications

• Must be a veterinary student in the clinical portion of their education.
• Eligible for travel/living expense stipend.
• Open to all class years.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and create treatment plans.
• Assist with surgical procedures and manage patient care.
• Develop communication skills with the medical team and clients.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Education

Veterinary student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital provides students with a unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and providing exceptional service to animals and their owners.

Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting with surgical procedures, and managing patient care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Most externships at Weare Animal Hospital last 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 portion of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.

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

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 them within a network of 1,000 hospitals sharing a passion for animals, and deliver technology and innovations to expand care. We are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick leave). Specific details about compensation and benefits can be provided during the hiring process. In Colorado, eligible employees also receive paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with state laws.

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, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. We comply with local fair chance hiring ordinances and consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.