DVM Student Externship - [Central Hospital For Animals – Herrin]
About the Role
We are a well-established, small animal hospital with exotics, operating across 4 busy locations in Southern Illinois. We're seeking a Full Time DVM for our Marion and Herrin locations. With over 250 combined years of experience, our team includes 6 veterinarians and 35 highly qualified support staff, providing a robust support system for both seasoned and new graduate DVMs. Our main hospital is in Herrin, IL, with satellite locations in Carbondale, Marion, and Harrisburg. All locations are fully equipped with a pharmacy, laboratory, and surgical suites.
Responsibilities
As a Veterinary Student Extern, you will have the opportunity to enhance your education through real-world experiences, working alongside our experienced team to provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for our patients.
Qualifications
- Must be an active Veterinary Student from an AVMA Accredited Institution.
- 1st through 4th Year Veterinary Students.
- Compassionate, team player, and strong communicator.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling.
- Paid externship hours at $15 per hour.
- Future employment opportunity.
- DVM Mentor Network.
- 1:1 mentorship and guidance.
About the Location
Southern Illinois offers a wonderful quality of life with over 33 state parks, numerous wineries, and a variety of outdoor activities. The region also hosts year-round events at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds, and is within a two-hour drive of St. Louis, MO, and a three-hour drive of Nashville, TN. Our communities provide a welcoming small-town feel while being close to major cities.
We are a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. Our company policy and federal and state laws forbid discrimination based on age, color, race, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.