Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Overview Lathrop Veterinary Center is the first veterinary hospital in the city of Lathrop, California. We are a welcoming, state‑of‑the‑art small animal practice, led by UC Davis Alumna, Dr. Cathy Wallace. At Lathrop Veterinary Center, we are the neighborhood pet care experts—combining advanced medicine with genuine compassion. We’ve proudly served Lathrop and surrounding communities since 2008 from our modern, up-to-date facility with the latest equipment and resources. You’ll be part of a supportive, team‑oriented environment where collaboration and professional growth are valued. We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own—fostering strong relationships with both pets and their families. Externship Experience 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. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them. Responsibilities Students will work closely with Dr. Wallace and staff to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or assisting surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients. Schedule and Eligibility Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Lathrop Veterinary Center are designed for 3rd and 4th year students. Stipend Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. The stipend amount for Lathrop Veterinary Center is $1,000. Benefits NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Equal Opportunity NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. #J-18808-Ljbffr