Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Tieton Drive Animal Clinic has been a reputable staple to the Yakima community since 1960. We are proud to serve our community with compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care for companion animals and exotics.

We excel in early career mentorship, continued education, and specific skills development depending on your personal interests.

We provide exceptional service to animals and the people who love them in an environment that is supportive and committed to excellent medicine.

Our Team

•6-doctor veterinary team dedicated to exceptional patient care

•10 licensed veterinary technicians providing expert technical support

• Strong support staff creating a collaborative environment

Species We Serve

Our diverse caseload includes:

• Dogs

• Cats

• Small mammals

• Exotic animals

• Reptiles

Our Hospital is Well-Equipped With:

· Ultrasound

· Digital Dental Radiography

· Surgical CO2 Laser

· Digital Radiography

· Advanced Orthopedic Equipment (including TPLO kit, bone plating and ESF equipment)

· We use an Ezyvet and Smartflow paperless integrated hospital management system.

Learning Opportunities

Student externs will receive strong mentorship and training in:

• Surgery – including orthopedic procedures

• Dentistry

• Feline medicine

• Wellness and preventative medicine

• Special health services not provided elsewhere in the county

Externship Experience

Students will work closely with supervising DVMs to gain hands-on experience in:

• Gathering patient histories

• Performing physical examinations

• Creation of treatment plans

• Diagnostics

• Dentistry services

• Observing, assisting, or performing surgical procedures

• Medical management of patients

In addition to practicing clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

Externship Duration

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

Eligibility & Stipend

All clinical year DVM students (from an accredited university program) completing at least a 2-week externship will receive a $1,500 travel/living expense stipend.

About Yakima, WA

Yakima is a city about 60 miles southeast of Mount Rainier in Washington.  Referred to as "The Heart of Central Washington,” Yakima Valley is best known for its apple, wine, and hop production. Because of Yakima's ideal location (a little over 2 hours to either Seattle or Portland) and small-town coziness, newcomers to the area relish the high quality of life at a reasonable cost.  Outdoor enthusiasts and recreation lovers are drawn to the area for water and snow skiing, fishing, boating, hiking, horseback riding, and white-water rafting... and of course, the multiple craft breweries and wineries make Yakima an attractive home in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!