Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Overview 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, they share a supportive environment, a commitment to excellent medicine, and exceptional service to animals and their owners. Responsibilities Students will work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in: gathering patient histories performing physical exams creating treatment plans diagnostics dentistry services observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures medical management of patients In addition to practicing clinical skills, externs will practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients. Eligibility & Stipend Veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate. Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. The stipend at Stateline Hillcrest Small Animal Hospital is $500. Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off (including sick time), and other typical benefits for eligible employees. For positions based in Colorado, eligible employees receive paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. EEO Statement 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 Abqpetcarehospital