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
• 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

• Currently enrolled veterinary students
• Open to students of all class years
• Eligible for a travel/living expense stipend if in the clinical portion of their education

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience
• Supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service environment
• Learn from experienced veterinarians and support staff

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

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

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.