Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Abqpetcarehospital; Willow Street (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Travel/living expense stipend for students

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Willow Street, Pennsylvania, offers externship opportunities for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students aimed at providing hands-on clinical experience. Interns will collaborate closely with veterinarians on various tasks including patient assessments and surgical assistance.

The externship ranges from 2 to 8 weeks, allowing candidates to gain practical skills in a supportive environment with a fun team dynamic. Comprehensive benefits are provided for eligible employees, including medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Eligible for externship as 3rd or 4th year veterinary student.
• Genuine interest in small animal care and client communication.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Create treatment plans and conduct diagnostics.
• Provide dentistry services and assist in surgical procedures.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

DVM student (3rd/4th year)

Job description

Overview

Willow Run Veterinary Clinic is a 7‑doctor small animal general practice that sees a wide variety of cases. We work as a team and like to collaborate. We offer a fun environment to work and a team with a great sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gather patient histories, perform physical examinations, create treatment plans, conduct diagnostics, provide dentistry services, observe or assist in surgical procedures, and manage patients medically.
• Practice clinical skills and develop communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Eligibility & Schedule

Externship experiences range from 2 to 8 weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. We offer externships to 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

• Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or 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.