Veterinary Extern: Hands-On Mentorship & Stipend

NVA General Practice; North Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/Living expense stipend

Job summary

Randall Orchard Crossing Animal Hospital invites veterinary students to extern at our small, two-doctor practice to gain hands-on clinical experience within a supportive learning environment.

Exters will work with supervising veterinarians and the medical team to obtain histories, develop plans, interpret results, and participate in dentistry and surgeries, while receiving guidance from mentors passionate about teaching future veterinarians.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled veterinary student in clinical portion of education.
• Ability to participate in clinical learning under mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Interpret diagnostic results.
• Assist with dentistry procedures and oral health care.
• Observe, assist with, and where appropriate perform surgical procedures.
• Medical case management and patient care.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, staff, and clients.

Education

Currently enrolled veterinary student (clinical phase)

Job description

Randall Orchard Crossing Animal Hospital invites veterinary students to extern at our small, two-doctor practice to gain hands-on clinical experience within a supportive learning environment.

Exters will work with supervising veterinarians and the medical team to obtain histories, develop plans, interpret results, and participate in dentistry and surgeries, while receiving guidance from mentors passionate about teaching future veterinarians.