DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Grad Opportunity
About the role
Acupet Veterinary Care is seeking passionate veterinary professionals—from Doctors to Support Teammates—who share our commitment to exceptional medicine as an art form. Since 1995, we’ve built a trusted reputation in the Hudson community on a foundation of trust, kindness, and medical excellence. We prioritize work-life balance through thoughtful scheduling and genuine clinical autonomy for veterinarians, while fully utilizing the skills of technicians and assistants. Our close-knit, collaborative team offers the resources and mentorship of a large network without losing the warmth of a tight-knit group.
We see a diverse caseload spanning the entire small animal lifecycle—preventive wellness, complex diagnostics, and urgent care—providing a satisfying blend of cases and opportunities for growth. Our Hudson, Florida location offers easy access to the Gulf Coast lifestyle with minimal commute stress and a pet-friendly community.
What To Expect
- Gain broad clinical experience with mentorship and supervision from experienced veterinarians
- Observe and participate in medical and surgical procedures, the diagnostic process, and client communication (when possible)
- Receive genuine mentorship without getting lost in the shuffle; our team invests in students
- Enhance diagnostic skills by interpreting fecal samples, blood smears, radiographic images, urinalysis, and CBC/Chemistry panels
- Fine-tune technical skills by applying classroom knowledge in a supportive environment
DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Graduate Opportunity
$1,000/Week Stipend | Open to the Class of 2027
This externship track is designed for students ready to launch their careers. Externs receive an enhanced stipend of $1,000 per week—double our standard rate—because this experience is tied to a hiring opportunity. The hospital has an open new-grad doctor position, and your externship here serves as a first step toward a full-time role. You gain paid, hands-on experience while we both assess fit for a future career together. There’s no obligation or pressure, but if it clicks, the path from extern to full-time doctor is short.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Active enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at an accredited university, graduating in 2027
- Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
- A compassionate, team-player attitude and a respect for clients and their pets
- Authorization to work in the United States