DVM Student Externship/Preceptorship Program - Animal Hospital of Dunedin
We're making an investment in the next generation of veterinary doctors! As part of the professional veterinary curriculum, colleges encourage off-campus educational experiences in practices outside of the teaching hospital. Practical experience in a well-run and contemporary practice can be a valuable component of your veterinary education, preparing you to deliver better care after graduation. Our program is dedicated to contributing to your practice-readiness and to help you hit the ground running after graduation.
About the program
Our externships are flexible—they can range from two to eight weeks during the year, according to your college curriculum—but are typically two or three weeks in length. Your schedule will include days, evenings, and weekends. Our externship rotations are designed to allow students, under veterinary supervision, to practice the problem-solving, technical, and communication skills that they have acquired during their clinical preparation. Externs are given the opportunity to work alongside our veterinary team and are encouraged to participate in all aspects of patient care.
A stipend of $250 per week will be provided.
Responsibilities
- Experience the typical caseload of a small animal practice
- Gather histories and perform physical examinations
- Develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans
- Scrub in to surgery
- Assist in the management of medical cases
- Provide wellness care
- Develop client communication skills
- Polish technical skills
- Produce appropriate medical records (SOAPs) within the time limits of daily practice
Requirements
- Be enrolled in an accredited DVM program
- Be authorized to work in the United States
- Carry professional liability insurance (AVMA PLIT liability insurance is free for all student members of the AVMA; submit a certificate of coverage with your application)
Qualifications
Extern students are expected to be enthusiastic and effective participants in our patient care activities, upholding the professional and ethical standards of our practice. Students are suggested to review the Veterinary Practice Act regarding the scope of duties that may be performed and the type and degree of veterinary supervision required. As a veterinary student extern, you must dress and behave in a professional manner and meet the expectations outlined in our employee handbook.
About us
As sponsors of the Veterinary Externship Program, we see ourselves as part of your educational team, providing instruction, mentoring, and evaluation of the students who participate. You will be assigned a mentor and work on the learning objectives as defined by your college program or to meet your specific goals. At the end of the externship, your mentor will provide a written evaluation of your performance as required by your college program.
Pay
A stipend of $250 per week will be provided.
Schedule
Flexible duration of two to eight weeks, typically two or three weeks. Schedule includes days, evenings, and weekends.