DVM Student Externship - Shawnee Animal Clinic

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

A Practice Where Future Veterinarians Can Thrive/Learn/Grow!

Welcome to Shawnee Animal Clinic—where every pet is treated like family, and every team member is supported to grow and thrive! As the top-rated mixed-animal practice in Scioto County, we proudly care for everything from playful pups to barnyard companions with expert veterinary care and genuine compassion. You'll find a friendly, tight-knit team here, always ready to help each other, whether it's in the clinic or celebrating together at our legendary pool parties. With state-of-the-art veterinary technology, outstanding leadership, and plenty of opportunities for professional growth, you'll feel right at home with us. Plus, with five consecutive wins for “Best Veterinarian” and “Best Boarding and Grooming Facility,” you’ll be joining a team known for excellence and care. Discover your home away from home at Shawnee Animal Clinic!

If it walks, trots, or slithers, we’re here to help! Our friendly veterinary team provides top-tier, compassionate care for animals of all kinds, from playful puppies to large farmyard friends and exotic pets. Whether you need a wellness check, urgent veterinary care, dental services, or specialized exotic animal medicine, you can count on us for expertise and a caring touch.
We’re fully equipped to deliver the very best veterinary care for your pets. Shawnee Animal Clinic offers comprehensive facilities and a wide range of veterinary services, including:

• Three dedicated buildings for Hospital Services, Boarding and Grooming, Dog Training, and On-site Cremation
• Advanced in-house veterinary diagnostics—ultrasound, glaucoma screening, and more
• Veterinary laser and PRP therapy treatments for advanced healing and pain management

Portsmouth, Ohio, is a welcoming community with plenty to explore! Enjoy weekends discovering downtown antique shops, visiting the Main Street Farmer’s Market, or taking a scenic kayak trip in Shawnee State Forest—just 20 minutes away. With easy access to Cincinnati and Columbus, you’ll love the balance of peaceful small-town living and the excitement of city adventures nearby. It’s a great place to build connections and feel right at home.

Learn More About Our Hospital  Here!

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 Veterinary Opportunity Preferences
• Future Ownership Opportunities through our Partner Track Program
• DVM Mentor Network
• Flexible Scheduling
• This Externship is paid at $15 per hour

• 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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