Veterinary Extern - Mentored, Hands-On Small Animal Care

Love Pet Hospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $1,500 travel stipend

Job summary

Love Pet Hospital in Austin, TX invites veterinary students to participate in a Veterinary Externship focused on mentorship and hands-on learning in a busy small animal practice.

Externs work side-by-side with Associate Veterinarians, receiving one-on-one guidance across histories, exams, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry and client communication.

Duration ranges from 2 to 4 weeks for 3rd and 4th year students, with an up-to-$1,500 travel stipend to support participation.

Qualifications

• Externs will learn to take patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Develop and implement diagnostic and treatment plans under supervision.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures and interpret in-house diagnostics.
• Provide inpatient care and client education.
• Practice effective communication and teamwork with staff and pet owners.

Responsibilities

• Externs will work side-by-side with Associate Veterinarians and receive one-on-one mentorship in key clinical areas.
• Gain hands-on experience while integrating into the veterinary team.

Skills

Patient histories

Physical exams

Diagnostic planning

Surgical assistance

In-house diagnostics

Client education

Team communication

Job description

Love Pet Hospital in Austin, TX invites veterinary students to participate in a Veterinary Externship focused on mentorship and hands-on learning in a busy small animal practice.

Externs work side-by-side with Associate Veterinarians, receiving one-on-one guidance across histories, exams, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry and client communication.

Duration ranges from 2 to 4 weeks for 3rd and 4th year students, with an up-to-$1,500 travel stipend to support participation.