Veterinary Extern - General Practice - Free Housing on Site + $3,000 stipend!

National Veterinary Associates; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates offers a unique externship for veterinary students at various NVA hospitals. This hands-on experience includes working closely with veterinarians, performing clinical tasks, and managing patient care, fostering essential skills in a supportive environment. Opportunities for stipends may also be available, making this an enriching experience.

Benefits

Travel/living expense stipend

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including sick leave

Qualifications

• Veterinary students encouraged to apply regardless of class year.
• Hands-on clinical experience with guidance from Associate Veterinarians.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Create treatment plans and observe surgical procedures.
• Enhance communication skills with the medical team and clients.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care Management

Clinical Skills

Education

Veterinary Student

Job description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital offers students a unique opportunity to understand the daily operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. While each NVA hospital is unique, they 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 in surgical procedures, and managing patient care. Additionally, externs will have opportunities to enhance their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

The externship duration typically ranges from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate.

Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education may be eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click here to view stipend amounts and details on the stipend program.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united by a love of animals and their owners.

With approximately 1,400 locations—including general practice veterinary hospitals, equine hospitals, pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health's 145 specialty and emergency hospitals—NVA is rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

Our collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.