Veterinary Extern - Specialty

The Center for Bird & Exotic Animal Medicine; Bothell (WA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available for minimal cost

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Bothell, Washington, is offering an externship for third and fourth-year veterinary students. The externship will allow students to gain hands-on experience in patient care, including gathering histories, performing exams, and assisting in surgeries.

Applicants must submit a letter of intent, CV, and 2–3 letters of recommendation. Students should expect to work a flexible schedule with overnight emergency procedures required.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be third or fourth-year students of accredited veterinary schools.
• First and second years considered on a case-by-case basis.
• A letter of intent and CV required, along with 2-3 letters of recommendation.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Associate Veterinarians to gather patient histories.
• Perform physical exams and create treatment plans.
• Assist in surgeries and medical management of patients.

Education

DVM, VMD, or foreign equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

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/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients.

Externs spend five days a week shadowing, assisting in rooms, performing treatments, and helping in surgery.

Eligibility

Applicants must be third or fourth‑year students of accredited domestic or international veterinary schools, pursuing a DVM, VMD, or foreign equivalent. First and second years are considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

We require a letter of intent and CV, as well as 2–3 letters of recommendation from advisors who can attest to your interest and experience in exotic animal medicine.

Schedule and Requirements

• The schedule is generally Sunday through Thursday, but modifications can be made with advanced notice.
• The typical workday is from 7:30 a.m. to around 6 p.m. Students are expected to assist with treatments at 7:30 and attend hospital rounds starting at 8 a.m.
• Students must be available for overnight emergency procedures for at least two of their days with us; schedule flexibility is available if you are present for extended overnight periods.
• Didactic rounds occur on Mondays and Thursdays from 8:30–9:30 a.m.
• Dress code: matching scrubs or dressy casual with a lab coat; lab coats or scrub jackets should not be white to promote fear‑free care.
• Students should arrange to have a radiation badge to assist with radiographs. Acquire one from your school's radiology department; absence of a badge will preclude use of the radiology room.
• Compensation: None.
• Housing: Available from staff members for a minimal cost; contact if interested.

Location

Bothell (Seattle), Washington, United States

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ethos Veterinary Health 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.