Veterinary Extern - General Practice
NVA General Practice · Princeton, NJ · 1 mo ago
EducationInternship
About the role
An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians
- Gather patient histories
- Perform physical exams
- Create treatment plans
- Diagnose and perform diagnostics
- Provide dental services
- Assist or perform surgical procedures
- Manage medical care for patients
- Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients
Qualifications
Veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships at Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic. Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.
Benefits
The stipend amount for Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic is $500.
Pay
Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules.
Schedule
Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules.