Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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 Gather patient histories Perform physical exams Create treatment plans Conduct diagnostics Provide dental services Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures Manage medical care of patients Students will also have the opportunity to practice communication skills with medical team members, support staff, and clients. Duration & Participation Most externship experiences at Kruger Animal Hospital 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. Eligibility & Stipend Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. The stipend amount at Kruger Animal Hospital is $1,000. Equal Opportunity Employer 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