Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Job Description

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.


Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.


Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

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.


All City Pet Care West, located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our practice!

All City Pet Care West is located in Sioux Falls, SD which is nestled along the Big Sioux River, and is situated in close proximity to Minnesota and Iowa, and has a metro population of over 250,000. All City Pet Care West is a well-established, full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. We provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories.

The facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, two in-hospital surgery suites, in-house x-ray capabilities, and a closely supervised hospitalization area. At All City Pet Care West, we strive to offer not only sound advice but also optimal veterinary care, thus allowing you the enjoyment of your companion for a maximum number of years. Exceptional care and quality service are important aspects to consider when evaluating a veterinary clinic to entrust with the care of your pet. This is why we focus on providing exceptional service at an affordable cost each and every visit.

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About Our Hospital

• We are a 5-doctor, progressive, paperless family practice that offers state-of-the-art medical care
• We are highly focused on wellness/preventative medicine, orthopedic surgeries and diagnostic medicine.
• Our equipment includes:
• Digital x-ray
• Digital dental radiographs
• Complete in-house laboratory, as well as Idexx referral lab
• Ultrasound capability
• Therapeutic Companion Laser
• Two fully operational surgery suites

• • Two fully operational dental tables, including digital dental radiographs and ultra-sonic and high speed drill dental equipment
  • Electronic medical records
  • Complete pharmacy - large inventory of established pharmaceuticals as well as many of the latest developments

• We encourage and support the cultivation of doctors' special veterinary interests.
• We offer excellent benefits including mobile phone plan discounts!

About Sioux Falls, South Dakota


The city of Sioux Falls is consistently ranked in the top ten for best places to live in the United States and has been voted the #1 best city in the United States for young professionals each of the last three years. Sioux Falls is a very safe community and has superb schools and health care, affordable housing, and a strong economy. On top of that, Sioux Falls has more than 80 public parks, 19 miles of bike trails, and a revitalized downtown. The quality of life here is amazing! Here are a few examples of experiences you can find within our city!

• Falls Park: If you're an outdoor enthusiast, there are plenty of hiking and biking trails to suit your fancy. If you're a not-so-enthusiast, grab an ice cream treat, take a load off and enjoy the view. Feel the rush or be more like a lazy river - that's entirely up to you! Just have fun!
• Palisades: Beautiful state park located just outside of the city limits. Enjoy amazing rock formations and cozy campsites and cabins!

• Local baseball team, Canaries: Experiences a baseball game at the Birdcage! The Sioux Falls Canaries play 90 home games each season!
• Butterfly House and Aquarium: Mingle with exotic butterflies as they flutter around you. They may even use your shoulder or arm as a landing strip! Go ahead - submerge your hand and pet that stingray!
• Sioux River Greenway: Enjoy the beautiful summer weather by packing a picnic and spending a day enjoying the sights of the city!
• Ever-growing downtown environment and local brewery scene!

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.

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.