Veterinary Extern - General Practice- $2500 Stipend

National Veterinary Associates; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Job summary

Oak Knoll Animal Hospital in the Quad Cities offers a focused externship for veterinary students seeking hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Externs work closely with two highly engaged veterinarians—one focused on general practice and exotics, the other on surgery and acupuncture—supported by a skilled team.

The program includes a $2,500 stipend to help travel and living expenses, and is backed by National Veterinary Associates, a global pet-care organization

Responsibilities

• Externs will work closely with two highly engaged veterinarians—one with a strong passion for general practice & exotics; and another with a heavy surgical focus and acupuncture.
• Externs learn through hands-on experiences with a well-trained support team enabling doctors to practice at the top of their license.

Job description

Join Us at Oak Knoll Animal Hospital for a Focused, Hands‑On Externship to Enhance Your Clinical Skills in a Cutting‑Edge and Collaborative Environment

Why Choose Oak Knoll Animal Hospital?
Oak Knoll Animal Hospital is a fast-paced, small animal practice offering a hands on externship for veterinary students who want real experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Externs will work closely with two highly engaged veterinarians—one with a strong passion for general practice & exotics; and another with a heavy surgical focus and acupuncture. Our well‑trained support team allows doctors to practice at the top of their license, and externs to learn with hands on experiences!

Located in the Quad Cities, East Moline offers a small-town feel with easy access to outdoor recreation, river trails, and larger metro amenities—just 2.5 hours from Chicago where our new PetOne Veterinary Training Center is located!

This externship is ideal for motivated 4 th year students who thrive in a busy, team-driven practice and are eager to learn and produce. Externs are eligible for a $2,500 stipend to support travel and living expenses.

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.

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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.