Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Job Description

Veterinary Externship - Manzano Animal Clinic ( Albuquerque, New Mexico)
Supportive Mentorship | Hands-On Learning | Up to $1,500 Travel Stipend

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About Manzano:

Manzano Animal Clinic is in the northeast heights of beautiful Albuquerque, New Mexico. We are a small animal hospital serving the dogs and cats of our community since 1963. Throughout the years, we have developed and maintained a reputation as a high-quality practice. Our doctors are encouraged to share knowledge and opinions and treat each hospitalized patient with a cooperative effort.

Our team of experienced Veterinarians and skilled support staff is passionate about mentoring veterinary students and helping them grow in confidence and clinical ability. You'll gain hands-on experience while being truly integrated into our team.

What You'll Learn:
Externs will work side-by-side with our team and receive one-on-one mentorship in areas such as:

• Conducting patient histories and physical exams
• Developing diagnostic and treatment plans
• Performing and assisting with surgical and dental procedures
• Providing inpatient care and client education
• Practicing communication and teamwork with both staff and pet owners

Whether you're refining your clinical skills or building confidence in patient interaction, you'll be empowered to take an active role in daily case management.

Program Overview:
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Duration: minimum 3 weeks, up to 8 weeks (based on clinic and student availability)
Open to: 3rd and 4th year veterinary students
Stipend: Up to $1,500 for eligible students in the clinical portion of their education

Why Choose Manzano Animal Clinic?

• Collaborative, inclusive team culture
• Broad case exposure in small animal medicine and surgery
• Focus on mentorship and student development
• Opportunity to learn in a supportive, high-quality practice
• Available opportunities after graduation!!

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


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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.