Veterinary Extern: General Practice — Hands-On Experience

National Veterinary Associates; Town of Mansfield (NY); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/living expense stipend

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) offers an externship experience at the Mansfield Animal Clinic, where veterinary students can gain valuable hands-on clinical experience and understand daily operations. External responsibilities include assisting veterinarians with patient histories, physical exams, and surgical procedures. The externship ranges from two to eight weeks, providing students with practical skills in a supportive environment, as well as opportunities to communicate with the medical team and support staff.

Qualifications

• Veterinary students are encouraged to apply for the externship.
• Opportunities exist to practice clinical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervising veterinarians in gathering patient histories.
• Perform physical exams and create treatment plans.
• Observe and assist in surgical procedures.

Job description

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) offers an externship experience at the Mansfield Animal Clinic, where veterinary students can gain valuable hands-on clinical experience and understand daily operations. External responsibilities include assisting veterinarians with patient histories, physical exams, and surgical procedures. The externship ranges from two to eight weeks, providing students with practical skills in a supportive environment, as well as opportunities to communicate with the medical team and support staff.