Veterinary Extern - General Practice

National Veterinary Associates; Willow Street (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Run Veterinary Clinic offers externships for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various clinical tasks under supervision, which includes diagnostics, treatment planning, and performing surgeries. Students are encouraged to develop both their technical and communication skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Students will gain hands-on experience in patient histories and physical exams.
• Opportunity to observe/assist in surgical procedures.
• Work closely with the supervising veterinarian.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and create treatment plans.
• Assist or observe surgical procedures.
• Practice clinical and communication skills with staff.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient management

Education

Veterinary student (3rd or 4th year)

Job description

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.

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. We offer externships to 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

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.

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

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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.

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.

Willow Street, Pennsylvania, United States