Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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

• 3rd and 4th year veterinary students
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience
• Supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service environment

Pay

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules.

Schedule

Externships at Metairie Small Animal Hospital are designed for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

Stipend

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.