Veterinary Extern - General Practice

NVA General Practice; York (York County); On-site; USD 5,100 - 6,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

$500 travel stipend

Job summary

A veterinary practice in York County offers an externship for veterinary students to gain practical experience in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include gathering patient histories, performing exams, and assisting in surgical procedures. Applicants must be enrolled veterinary students available for a 2–8 week period. A travel stipend is available.

Qualifications

• Must be an enrolled veterinary student in the clinical portion of education.
• Willingness to work with supervising clinicians and staff.
• Availability for a 2–8 week externship.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Create and implement treatment plans.
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures.
• Provide medical management of patients and communicate with clients and the team.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Patient history gathering

Surgical assistance

Education

Enrolled veterinary students

Job description

Overview

An externship with NVA General Practice provides veterinary students with a practical view of day-to-day practice operations and hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, common elements include a supportive environment, commitment to excellent medicine, and service to animals and their people.

Externs work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry, observing or assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. Externs also practice their communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Create and implement treatment plans, diagnostics, and dentistry services.
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures as appropriate.
• Provide medical management of patients and communicate with clients and the team.

Details

Most externship experiences at Leader Heights 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. An additional $500 travel stipend is offered for externships at this hospital.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Enrolled veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education.
• Willingness to work with supervising clinicians and staff; ability to practice clinical skills and professional communication.
• Availability to participate in a 2–8 week externship (varies by hospital and schedule).
• Eligible for the stipend program as noted above.

Job details

• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Veterinary Services
• Seniority level: Internship