Veterinarian

Paws & Claws Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic located in Wilmington, NC that cares for cats and dogs, as well as all kinds of exotic animals and local injured wildlife. The staff members at Paws & Claws Animal Hospital are always professional and courteous, and they strive to deliver the best possible medical, surgical and dental care for all of our highly valued patients. We are totally committed to our clients and to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities. 

The veterinarians at Paws & Claws Animal Hospital, Dr. Sam Smith, Dr. Stephen Anderson, Dr. Kelsey Weingartner, and Dr. Katie Alewel all have a combined total of more than four decades of veterinary medical experience, and they have all the knowledge and expertise necessary to give your precious pets the quality medical care they need and deserve! Whether it is a dog, cat, bird, reptile or small mammal, we will take special care to ensure they receive care that is comforting and effective. We also provide high-class pet boarding facilities. 

Check out our website here, or learn more about our team! 

We’re looking for:

• 1st through 4th Year Veterinary Students
• Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator
• Veterinary students looking to enhance their education through real world experiences

We offer our Veterinary Student Externs:

• • Paid Externship Hours
  • 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance
  • Future Employment Opportunity Preferences
  • DVM Mentor Network
  • Flexible Scheduling

• Must be an Active Veterinary Student from an AVMA Accredited Institution. 

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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