Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Overview The Veterinary Extern - General Practice externship at NVA General Practice offers students the opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, they share a supportive environment, a commitment to excellent medicine, and a focus on exceptional service to animals and the people who love them. Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing or 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 at Hawthorne Park Animal Care Center 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. Stipends are available; the Hawthorne Park Animal Care Center stipend is $1,000 . Seniority level Internship Employment type Internship Job function Education and Training Industries Veterinary Services #J-18808-Ljbffr